Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परतिरूपं यथैवाप्सु तापः सूर्यस्य लक्ष्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

परतिरूपं यथैवाप्सु तापः सूर्यस्य लक्ष्यते
सत्त्ववांस तु तथा सत्त्वं परतिरूपं परपश्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The nature of spirit can be perceived just as heat is experienced in water under the sun.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka compares the essence of spiritual beings to the heat found in water exposed to sunlight. Just as we can experience the warmth as a characteristic of water, spiritual awareness is an inherent part of the soul’s nature which can be realized upon close observation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक आध्यात्मिक प्राणियों के सार को उस गर्मी के समान बताता है जो सूरज की किरणों से जल में होती है। जिस तरह हम जल के एक गुण के रूप में गर्मी को अनुभव कर सकते हैं, आत्मिक जागरूकता आत्मा की स्वाभाविकता का हिस्सा है जो निकट अवलोकन के दौरान समझी जा सकती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, which discusses the nature of the self and the universe. It highlights the interaction between the external world and the intrinsic qualities of beings.

Meaning

The verse elucidates how the nature of spirit is as perceivable as the heat in water; both require careful attention to recognize their attributes.

Application

By contemplating this shloka, one can foster deeper spiritual awareness and understanding of one’s own nature, leading to a connection with the cosmic order.