Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जञानेन्द्रियाणीन्द्रियार्थान नॊपसर्पन्त्य अतर्षुलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

जञानेन्द्रियाणीन्द्रियार्थान नॊपसर्पन्त्य अतर्षुलम
जञातैश च कारणैर देही न देहं पुनर अर्हति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The senses of knowledge do not approach the objects of perception in an exaggerated manner; the embodied soul, understanding the causes, does not deserve rebirth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses how the senses associated with knowledge do not reach their respective objects in excess, indicating that a realized soul, equipped with this understanding, does not merit another birth. It emphasizes a deeper spiritual awareness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर प्रकाश डालता है कि ज्ञान से जुड़े इन्द्रियां वस्तुओं के प्रति अतिविलग्न नहीं होतीं। यदि आत्मा इस ज्ञान को समझती है, तो उसे पुनर्जन्म की आवश्यकता नहीं होती।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, where it highlights the importance of knowledge and understanding in the context of spiritual liberation.

Meaning

The deeper meaning focuses on the realization that knowledge guides the senses, leading to liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

Application

Practically, this shloka encourages one to develop wisdom to control the senses and to realize that true understanding liberates one from material existence.