Mahabharata Shanti Parva – हस्ताव अध्यात्मम इत्य आहुर यथा सांख्यनिदर्शनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हस्ताव अध्यात्मम इत्य आहुर यथा सांख्यनिदर्शनम
कर्तव्यम अधिभूतं तु इन्द्रस तत्राधिदैवतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the spiritual significance of hands in relation to duty and divinity.

Translations

English Translation

The verse clarifies that hands are viewed spiritually and symbolize the duties towards creation (Adhibhuta), associated with the divine nature embodied by Indra.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक स्पष्ट करता है कि हाथों को आध्यात्मिक रूप से देखा जाता है और यह सृष्टि (अधिभूत) के प्रति कर्तव्यों का प्रतीक होते हैं, जो इंद्र द्वारा व्यक्त किए गए दिव्य स्वभाव से संबद्ध हैं।

Commentary

Context

Situated in Shanti Parva, this verse contextualizes action with spiritual awareness in the philosophy of duty.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of performing one’s duties mindfully, aligning spiritual intent with actions.

Application

By embracing this perspective, one can work diligently while maintaining spiritual integrity in actions.