Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – निदेशे यस्य राजानः सर्वे तिष्ठन्ति किंकराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

निदेशे यस्य राजानः सर्वे तिष्ठन्ति किंकराः
तम ऐलविलम आसाद्य धर्मराजॊ वयराजत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the authority of a king who commands respect and obedience from everyone around him.

Translations

English Translation

The king, whose subjects all stand in order at his command, becomes significant when he approaches the resplendent Dharma Raja, who rules justly. Authority originates from the king’s capability to influence and command loyalty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जिस राजा के निदेश पर उसके सारे विषय सजग रहते हैं, वही धर्मराज के पास जाकर ऐलविलम ग्रहण करता है। राजा की महत्ता उसके प्रभाव और निष्ठा के माध्यम से उत्पन्न होती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is set within the Udyoga Parva, illustrating the importance of leadership and moral influence in governance.

Meaning

The essence of the shloka suggests that true authority arises from righteousness and the ability to command virtue and duty from subjects.

Application

Leaders today can learn from this shloka about the significance of integrity and justice in earning the respect and loyalty of their followers.