Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – तपः परदीप इत्य आहुर आचारॊ धर्मसाधकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तपः परदीप इत्य आहुर आचारॊ धर्मसाधकः
जञानं तव एव परं विद्म संन्यासस तप उत्तमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Asceticism is called the lamp of wisdom by wise teachers; understanding it leads to the ultimate knowledge of renunciation.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights that ascetic practices illuminate the path to wisdom and that true understanding of renunciation can lead to the highest form of knowledge. It reflects the role of disciplined practices in the pursuit of dharma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि तपस्या ज्ञान के रास्ते में प्रकाश डालती है और संन्यास का सही ज्ञान सर्वोच्च ज्ञान की ओर ले जाता है। यह धर्म के पालन में अनुशासन के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects on the transformative power of asceticism, situated within the broader discourse on righteousness in the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

It reveals that true renunciation is rooted in understanding, underscoring the importance of both practice and knowledge.

Application

This encourages individuals to embrace disciplined practices in their spiritual journey, asserting the link between knowledge and asceticism.