Mahabharata Shanti Parva – असत्याः सत्यसंकाशाः सत्याश चासत्य दर्शिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

असत्याः सत्यसंकाशाः सत्याश चासत्य दर्शिनः
दृश्यन्ते विधिना भावास तेषु युक्तं परीक्षणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the need to discriminate between truth and falsehood, as they often appear intertwined.

Translations

English Translation

This verse identifies entities that seem true yet are false or vice versa, suggesting that it is imperative to thoroughly examine circumstances and ideas to discern their true nature and validity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन तत्वों की पहचान करता है जो सत्य जैसे प्रतीत होते हैं लेकिन झूठे हैं, या इसके उलट। यह सुझाव देता है कि परिस्थितियों और विचारों की गहराई से जांच करना अनिवार्य है ताकि उनकी वास्तविकता और वैधता का पता लगाया जा सके।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, focusing on the philosophical discussions on truth and its complexities in human perception.

Meaning

It suggests the complexity and ambiguity of truth, prompting an analytical approach to understanding reality beyond superficial appearances.

Application

This teaching encourages individuals to cultivate critical thinking and discernment in their lives, especially when faced with challenging situations that may obscure truth.