Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बरवीहि विदुर तवं मे पुराणं तं सनातनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

बरवीहि विदुर तवं मे पुराणं तं सनातनम
कथम एतेन देहेन सयाद इहैव समागमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Tell me, Vidura, about the ancient and eternal wisdom; how can this body be a mere vessel in this transient existence?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka seeks to inquire from Vidura about timeless wisdom and reflects an introspective concern about the transient nature of the physical form in correlation with spiritual truths.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विदुर से शाश्वत ज्ञान के बारे में पूछता है और भौतिक रूप के क्षणभंगुर स्वभाव को आध्यात्मिक सत्य के साथ जोड़ता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is presented in the context of the Udyoga Parva, where an important dialogue unfolds surrounding the essence of existence.

Meaning

The meaning emphasizes the fleeting nature of physical existence and the yearning for eternal wisdom that guides one through life.

Application

Practically, this shloka invites one to pursue spiritual knowledge over material fixations, recognizing the impermanence of the physical body.