Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शब्दं न विन्देच छरॊत्रेण सपर्शं तवचा न वेदयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

शब्दं न विन्देच छरॊत्रेण सपर्शं तवचा न वेदयेत
रूपं न चक्षुषा विद्याज जिह्वया न रसांस तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The senses cannot grasp the ultimate reality in their conventional manner.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates the limitations of sensory perception in attempting to understand the true essence of reality. It states that sounds cannot be comprehended through the ears alone, nor can forms be perceived solely through the eyes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उजागर करता है कि संवेदनाओं की पारंपरिक प्रक्रिया से असली वास्तविकता को समझना संभव नहीं है। यह बताता है कि ध्वनियाँ केवल कानों से समझी नहीं जा सकतीं, न ही रूप केवल आंखों से देखे जा सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

The verse appears in discussions on the nature of perception and reality in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

This highlights the idea that the ultimate truth transcends physical senses and requires deeper understanding.

Application

Encouraging individuals to look beyond surface-level perceptions can lead to profound insights into life and existence.