Mahabharata Shanti Parva – येना कषराक्षरे वित्ते न भयं तस्य विद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

येना कषराक्षरे वित्ते न भयं तस्य विद्यते
विद्यते तु भयं तस्य यॊ नैतद वेत्ति पार्थिव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses fearlessness in knowledge concerning imperishable and perishable.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes that there is no fear for one who comprehends the imperishable nature of reality while there is fear for those unaware of it. It emphasizes the understanding of transient and eternal beings in the pursuit of knowledge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग अस्तित्व के अमर स्वरूप को समझते हैं, उनके लिए कोई भय नहीं होता, जबकि जो इस ज्ञान से अनजान होते हैं, उन्हें भय रहता है। यह ज्ञान की खोज में क्षणिक और शाश्वत का बोध कराता है।

Commentary

Context

Within the teachings of the Shanti Parva, this shloka points to the distinction between the mortal and the eternal, embedding fearlessness in spiritual understanding.

Meaning

The meaning emphasizes that true wisdom liberates one from existential fears, allowing for peace and confidence in navigating life’s transience.

Application

This wisdom suggests pursuing knowledge to dissolve fears and embrace life, ultimately experiencing profound peace and security in the realization of the eternal.