Mahabharata Vana Parva – सत्त्वस्य रजसश चैव तमसश च यथातथम
Shloka (श्लोक)
सत्त्वस्य रजसश चैव तमसश च यथातथम
गुणांस तत्त्वेन मे बरूहि यथावद इह पृच्छतः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Explain to me the essence of the three gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas as they truly are.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka requests an explanation of the three fundamental qualities or gunas—Sattva (purity), Rajas (passion), and Tamas (ignorance)—highlighting their essence and importance in life.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक तीन मूलभूत गुणों—सत्त्व (पवित्रता), रजस (आवेग), और तमस (अज्ञानता)—का सार समझाने की मांग करता है और जीवन में उनकी महत्वपूर्णता को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
In the Vana Parva, this verse emphasizes the inquiry into the fundamental qualities that govern human behavior and consciousness.
Meaning
Understanding these gunas helps in self-awareness and personal development, as people can recognize their motivations and tendencies.
Application
By learning about these qualities, individuals can work on improving their Sattva, managing Rajas, and minimizing Tamas to enhance their lives.
