Shloka (श्लोक)
पुण्यपापमयं देहं कषपयन कर्म संचयात
कषीणदेहः पुनर देही बरह्मत्वम उपगच्छति
⚡ Quick Meaning
The body is composed of virtues and sins, and once the physical body diminishes, the enduring soul attains the state of Brahman.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka discusses the relationship between the body and the soul, emphasizing that the physical form is a mixture of good and bad deeds. When the physical body fades away, the true self, or Atman, enters the ultimate state of Brahman, transcending worldly attachments.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक शरीर और आत्मा के संबंध को वर्णित करता है, यह बताते हुए कि भौतिक रूप पुण्य और पाप के मिश्रण से बना है। जब भौतिक शरीर नष्ट हो जाता है, तब सच्चा आत्मा, या आत्मन्, ब्रह्म के अंतिम स्थिति में प्रवेश करता है, पृथ्वी के संलग्नताओं को पार करता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse comes from the Shanti Parva, a section known for its moral and philosophical discussions on the nature of existence and the soul.
Meaning
The essence of this shloka lies in the understanding of dying and rebirth, portraying how one’s actions determine the soul’s journey beyond the physical realm.
Application
This teaching encourages individuals to focus on virtuous deeds to ensure a favorable afterlife and spiritual elevation, reminding them of the transient nature of the physical world.
