Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न शृण्वन्ति न पश्यन्ति न गन्धरसवेदिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न शृण्वन्ति न पश्यन्ति न गन्धरसवेदिनः
न च सपर्शं विजानन्ति ते कथं पाञ्च भौतिकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the limitations of the five physical elements perceiving the world.

Translations

English Translation

The beings that lack the ability to hear, see, and sense aroma cannot grasp the material experience of the five physical elements. This emphasizes the limitations of physical perception in understanding the nature of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो प्राणी सुनने, देखने और सुगंध का अनुभव नहीं कर सकते, वे भौतिक तत्वों का अनुभव नहीं कर सकते। यह भौतिक अनुभव में संवेग के सीमित होने को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, where various philosophical concepts about perception and reality are explored.

Meaning

It underlines how material perceptions are insufficient for understanding deeper truths beyond physical experiences.

Application

Reflecting on the limits of physical senses can lead to a deeper exploration of spiritual awareness and understanding.