Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – नैव शक्या गुणा वक्तुं पृथक्त्वेनेह सर्वशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[बर]नैव शक्या गुणा वक्तुं पृथक्त्वेनेह सर्वशः
अविच्छिन्नानि दृश्यन्ते रजः सत्त्वं तमस तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys that the qualities cannot be distinctly separated; they appear in an interconnected manner.

Translations

English Translation

It is not possible to clearly delineate the qualities in their totality; they manifest invariably as inseparable entities. The three gunas—sattva, rajas, and tamas—are interwoven and observed collectively.

हिंदी अनुवाद

गुणों को स्पष्ट रूप से अलग करना संभव नहीं है; वे अविभाज्य रूप से एक साथ प्रकट होते हैं। तीन गुण—सत्त्व, रजस, और तमस—आपस में जुड़े हुए हैं और सामूहिक रूप से देखे जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka discusses the nature of the three gunas and their interrelation, highlighting a core philosophical viewpoint within the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The shloka elucidates the complex interplay of qualities, underscoring that human nature is a blend rather than a singular expression of one quality.

Application

Understanding that qualities interconnect can foster a holistic approach to personal growth, encouraging individuals to balance and harmonize their attributes.