Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – अपां धातुरसॊ नित्यं जिह्वया स तु गृह्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

अपां धातुरसॊ नित्यं जिह्वया स तु गृह्यते
जिह्वास्थश च तथा सॊमॊ रसज्ञाने विधीयते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse highlights how the essence of water is perceived through taste.

Translations

English Translation

The text describes how the essence of water is captured continuously through the tongue, stressing that taste is essential for recognizing different flavors and experiences associated with water.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जल का तत्व निरंतर जिह्वा के माध्यम से अनुभव किया जाता है, यह बताता है कि स्वाद जल से जुड़े विभिन्न स्वादों और अनुभवों को पहचानने के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a discussion on how various elements are perceived through the senses in the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

This emphasizes taste as a critical sense linked to water and its qualities.

Application

Understanding how taste informs our experiences can lead to greater appreciation of the simple pleasures in life.