Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अव्यक्तं न तु तद बरह्म बुध्यते तात केवलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अव्यक्तं न तु तद बरह्म बुध्यते तात केवलम
केवलं पञ्चविंशं च चतुर्विंशं न पश्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes that the formless (avyakta) cannot be comprehended easily and is realized solely through the interaction of the twenty-five and twenty-four.

Translations

English Translation

The essence of the formless Brahman remains elusive to many, being understood only when one interacts with the principles of the twenty-five and twenty-four, which often go unnoticed.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अव्यक्त ब्रह्म की वास्तविकता कई लोगों के लिए अदृश्य रहती है, जिसे केवल पच्चीस और चौबीस सिद्धांतों के साथ अंतःक्रिया करने पर ही समझा जा सकता है, जो अक्सर अनदेखा रहता है।

Commentary

Context

This discussion in the Shanti Parva makes clear the difficulties in understanding the formless aspect of reality.

Meaning

It signifies the challenge of grasping the essence of existence beyond the tangible, inviting exploration into the depths of consciousness.

Application

This shloka encourages the diligent pursuit of knowledge beyond mere appearances, searching for profound insights into one’s true nature.