Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – घराणं जिह्वा च चक्षुश च तवक शरॊत्रं बुद्धिर एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

घराणं जिह्वा च चक्षुश च तवक शरॊत्रं बुद्धिर एव च
संशयान नाधिगच्छन्ति मनस तान अधिगच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The senses do not lead to certainty and understanding without the mind’s involvement.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys that the senses of smell, taste, sight, hearing, and intellect can only serve as tools; doubts cannot be resolved by them alone — the mind plays a crucial role in processing and interpreting sensory information.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि इंद्रियों जैसे गंध, स्वाद, दृष्टि, श्रवण और बुद्धि के माध्यम से हमें पुष्टि नहीं मिलती। संदेह केवल मन के माध्यम से हल होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This discussion promotes understanding the interplay between mind and senses, emphasizing critical thinking.

Meaning

It underscores that while senses can gather data, it is the mind that synthesizes this information into knowledge.

Application

Leaning on our minds to validate sensory experiences encourages thoughtful engagement in our daily lives and decisions.