Mahabharata Virata Parva – परगृहीतश च यॊ ऽमात्यॊ निगृहीतश च कारणैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परगृहीतश च यॊ ऽमात्यॊ निगृहीतश च कारणैः
न निर्बध्नाति राजानं लभते परग्रहं पुनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise minister should not disregard the king, nor should he greedily take what is not his.

Translations

English Translation

A capable minister, if he has taken something without consent, should not bind the king to unfavorable conditions. It is important to understand that whatever is received in such a manner can lead to adverse actions against the king’s authority.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक सक्षम मंत्री, यदि उसने बिना अनुमति के कुछ लिया है, तो उसे राजा को प्रतिकूल परिस्थितियों में बंधित नहीं करना चाहिए। यह समझना ज़रूरी है कि इस तरह से प्राप्त किया गया कुछ भी राजा के अधिकार के खिलाफ प्रतिकूल कार्यों की ओर ले जा सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the ethics in governance and the responsibilities of ministers in a royal setting, particularly during the Virata Parva.

Meaning

A true minister values the allegiance and well-being of the king above personal gain and must navigate authority with respect and integrity.

Application

This concept teaches modern leaders the importance of ethical leadership and how personal actions can impact organizational integrity.