Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सवेषु धर्मेष्व अवस्थाप्य परजाः सर्वा महीपतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सवेषु धर्मेष्व अवस्थाप्य परजाः सर्वा महीपतिः
धर्मेण सर्वकृत्यानि समनिष्ठानि कारयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights that a king must establish all beings within their respective duties to ensure that all actions comply with dharma.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that the king should ensure that all beings are firmly established in their respective duties, and he should conduct all actions in accordance with dharma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि राजा को सभी प्राणियों को उनके-उनके कर्तव्यों में स्थापित करना चाहिए और सभी कार्यों को धर्म के अनुसार संपादित करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka belongs to the Shanti Parva and reflects the ethical guidelines for rulers in maintaining societal order and justice.

Meaning

It illustrates the king’s responsibility for ensuring that citizens perform their duties aligned with moral and ethical practices.

Application

Rulers should focus on establishing a framework that encourages citizens to act according to their dharma, promoting harmony in society.