Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जिह्वाम अध्यात्मम इत्य आहुर यथातत्त्वनिदर्शनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

जिह्वाम अध्यात्मम इत्य आहुर यथातत्त्वनिदर्शनम
रस एवाधिभूतं तु आपस तत्राधिदैवतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka elaborates on the spiritual significance of the tongue and its connection to taste and divinity.

Translations

English Translation

The tongue (Jihvama) is presented as a spiritual entity related to the experience of taste (Adhibhuta), embodying the divine essence of water (Aapas).

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक जीभ (जिह्वा) को एक आध्यात्मिक तत्व के रूप में प्रस्तुत करता है जो स्वाद (अधिभूत) के अनुभव से संबंधित है, जो जल (आपस) के दिव्य तत्व का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is located in the Shanti Parva, linking sensory experiences to deeper spiritual insights.

Meaning

It underlines that taste not only nourishes the body but also offers a pathway to spiritual development.

Application

By practicing mindful eating and appreciation of flavors, one can enhance both physical health and spiritual growth.