Mahabharata Shanti Parva – रजसा साध्यते मॊहस तमसा च नरर्षभ

Shloka (श्लोक)
[गुरु]रजसा साध्यते मॊहस तमसा च नरर्षभ
करॊधलॊभौ भयं दर्प एतेषां साधनाच छुचिः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka illustrates how attachments to rajas (passion) and tamas (ignorance) obstruct true realization.
Translations
English Translation
The verse explains that one is entangled in delusions arising from passionate and ignorant mental states, driven by anger, greed, fear, and pride, which ultimately prevent clear insight and understanding of reality.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि कोई व्यक्ति रजस (उत्साह) और तामस (अज्ञानता) के कारण भ्रम में फंस जाता है, जो क्रोध, लोभ, भय और घमंड से प्रेरित होते हैं, जो अंततः वास्तविकता की स्पष्ट समझ को रोकते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This reference from the Shanti Parva highlights the psychological blocks caused by negative attributes.
Meaning
The shloka urges individuals to identify and overcome these harmful traits to achieve clarity and wisdom.
Application
It serves as a reminder to practice self-awareness and to cultivate virtues over vices in daily life.
