Shloka (श्लोक)
आतम्य एव हि संदृश्याव उभौ जयपराजयौ
निःशेष कारिणां तात निःशेष करणाद भयम
⚡ Quick Meaning
Victory and defeat become irrelevant when seen through the lens of the self.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka conveys that both victory and defeat are mere perceptions when one truly grasps the essence of the self. In complete awareness, fear stemming from actions dissipates, as self-understanding transcends these dualities.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि विजय और पराजय केवल धारणाएँ हैं जब कोई आत्मा के सार को सही ढंग से समझता है। पूर्ण जागरूकता में, कार्यों से उत्पन्न भय खत्म हो जाता है, क्योंकि आत्म-समझना इन द्वैतों को पार कर जाता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse further elucidates the themes of perception and self-awareness discussed in the Shanti Parva.
Meaning
The understanding of one’s true self leads to freedom from the fear of loss and provides profound peace amidst challenges.
Application
This shloka encourages one to cultivate self-awareness, thereby becoming resilient to life’s highs and lows.
