Mahabharata Vana Parva – न तं समयम आदृत्य राज्यम इच्छति पैतृकम
Shloka (श्लोक)
न तं समयम आदृत्य राज्यम इच्छति पैतृकम
बलम आश्रित्य मत्स्यानां पाञ्चालानां च पार्थिवः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka indicates that the king disregards the time when focused only on inherited power.
Translations
English Translation
The verse critiques a ruler’s blindness to opportune moments, suggesting their overreliance on lineage rather than mindful governance. This reflects the peril of complacency and the neglect of strategic action in leadership.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक शासक की अवसरों के प्रति दृष्टिहीनता की आलोचना करता है, यह सुझाव देता है कि उन्हें केवल वंश पर निर्भरता होती है जबकि सधी हुई शासन की अनदेखी करते हैं। यह आत्म संतोष और नेतृत्व में रणनीतिक क्रियाओं की अनदेखी के خطر को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This commentary appears during the sifting through relationships and power dynamics among allied kingdoms, emphasizing the importance of vigilance in leadership.
Meaning
The shloka advocates the necessity for rulers to be proactive and willing to seize advantageous moments, rather than relying solely on past legacies.
Application
This serves as a reminder for anyone in a leadership position to remain alert and to actively engage in decision-making that shapes their future.
