Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नागतिर न गतिस तस्य जञेया भूतेन केन चित

Shloka (श्लोक)

नागतिर न गतिस तस्य जञेया भूतेन केन चित
सांख्येन विधिना चैव यॊगेन च यथाक्रमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys that knowledge of the self does not depend on location or movement.

Translations

English Translation

The concept of ‘nagatir’ indicates that the true self is beyond direction and motion, and this understanding is achieved through both Sankhya philosophy and the practice of yoga.

हिंदी अनुवाद

‘नागतिर’ का अर्थ यह है कि सच्चा आत्मा दिशा और गति से परे है, और यह ज्ञान सांख्य दर्शन और योगाभ्यास के माध्यम से प्राप्त होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse discusses the philosophical understanding of self within the realms of Sankhya and Yoga traditions.

Meaning

It emphasizes the eternal nature of the self, suggesting that true understanding transcends physical reality and concepts of movement.

Application

By realizing our higher self’s nature beyond space and movement, we can achieve peace and acceptance in the ever-changing world.