Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वृत्तशौचं मनः शौचं तीर्थशौचं परं हितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

वृत्तशौचं मनः शौचं तीर्थशौचं परं हितम
जञानॊत्पन्नं च यच छौचं तच छौचं परमं मतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Purity of actions, mind, and sacred places are supreme, and what arises from knowledge is the ultimate purity.

Translations

English Translation

Purity emerges from one’s actions, from their mental state, and even from sacred sites. The highest form of purity is that which is born of wisdom and understanding, marking it as the most revered state.

हिंदी अनुवाद

शुद्धता व्यक्ति के कार्यों, मानसिक स्थिति और पवित्र स्थलों से पैदा होती है। उच्चतम शुद्धता वह है जो ज्ञान और समझ से उत्पन्न होती है, इसे सबसे सम्मानित अवस्था माना जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights various dimensions of purity and its impact on everyday life. It connects ethics, spirituality, and knowledge together.

Meaning

It reinforces the idea that true purity is not just a physical attribute, but a deeper ethical and spiritual trait derived from wisdom.

Application

Striving for actions rooted in wisdom leads to the cultivation of an enlightened mindset, thereby creating an ethically strong soul.