Mahatma Vidura served as the Chief Minister of Hastinapur and was also a member of the royal family. However, unlike his royal counterparts, his mother was a common servant in the palace, not a princess. This circumstance prevented Mahatma Vidura from playing a decisive role in governance or family affairs, and he missed the opportunity to learn warfare from Bhishma Pitamaha. Vidura was the son of Rishi Vedavyasa and a maidservant. He advised the Pandavas on numerous occasions and saved them from Duryodhana's schemes. Vidura also protested against Draupadi's humiliation in the Kaurava court. According to Lord Krishna, Vidura was considered an incarnation of Yama (the god of justice). Similar to Chanakya, Vidura's principles are highly praised. Vidura's wisdom is particularly evident in the dialogues between him and King Dhritarashtra of Hastinapur prior to the Kurukshetra War. Let us explore the significance of Mahatma Vidura's policies – Part 3 – in this article, learning lessons to improve our lives.
Who could be more cruel than a person who enjoys sumptuous food and fine clothes without sharing them with those dependent on him?
Poison harms only the one who drinks it, a weapon strikes only the one it is aimed at, but wrong counsel destroys not only the king but also his subjects.
Do not eat delicious food alone, do not make decisions or judgments alone, do not walk alone on the road, and avoid being awake alone when all close relatives are asleep.
A single person commits a sin, and many others benefit from and enjoy it, but the one who sins alone suffers its consequences alone.
An arrow released by an archer may hit or miss its target, but cunning advice given by a deceiver causes the destruction not only of the king but of the entire nation.
O King! Just as a boat is the only means to cross the sea, so truth is the only ladder to attain heaven. But you (Dhritarashtra) fail to understand this.
