Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जलबिन्दुर यथा लॊलः पर्णस्थः सर्वतश चलः

Shloka (श्लोक)

जलबिन्दुर यथा लॊलः पर्णस्थः सर्वतश चलः
एवम एवास्य तच चित्तं भवति धयानवर्त्मनि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as a droplet of water rolls on a leaf, so does the mind wander in meditation.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka compares the mind to a droplet of water that glides over the surface of a leaf, symbolizing its restless nature. In the context of meditation, it emphasizes how the mind tends to drift away from concentration, highlighting the challenge faced by practitioners striving for focus.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मन की तुलना एक जलबिंदु से करता है जो एक पत्ते पर लुढ़कता है, जो उसकी बेचैन प्रवृत्ति को दर्शाता है। ध्यान के संदर्भ में, यह बताता है कि मन एकाग्रता से भटकने की प्रवृत्ति रखता है, जो साधकों के लिए एक चुनौती है।

Commentary

Context

This is contextualized within the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, highlighting meditation’s challenges.

Meaning

The verse encapsulates the innate restlessness of the mind, often breaking the focus during meditation.

Application

One can practice techniques to anchor the mind during meditation, reducing its tendency to drift away.