Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अज्ञानतृप्तॊ विषयेष्व अवगाधॊ न दृश्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

अज्ञानतृप्तॊ विषयेष्व अवगाधॊ न दृश्यते
अदृष्ट्वैव तु पूतात्मा विषयेभ्यॊ निवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A pure soul remains unaffected by sensory pleasures, having transcended ignorance and desire.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that a pure soul, free from ignorance and desire, does not indulge in sensory pleasures. Such a soul is capable of detachment and sees beyond material temptations, choosing to withdraw from desires that ensnare others.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक शुद्ध आत्मा, जो अज्ञानता और इच्छाओं से मुक्त है, इंद्रिय भोगों में लिप्त नहीं होती। ऐसी आत्मा मोह के परे देख सकती है और दूसरों को फंसाने वाली इच्छाओं से दूर रहने का विकल्प चुनती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, emphasizing the nature of a liberated, pure soul.

Meaning

It highlights the distinction between worldly attachments and the purity of understanding.

Application

One can strive for spiritual purity and detachment from worldly distractions while pursuing higher knowledge.