Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न तारकासु न च विद्युद आश्रितं; न चाभ्रेषु दृश्यते रूपम अस्य

Shloka (श्लोक)

न तारकासु न च विद्युद आश्रितं; न चाभ्रेषु दृश्यते रूपम अस्य
न चापि वायौ न च देवतासु; न तच चन्द्रे दृश्यते नॊत सूर्ये

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ultimate reality defies all forms of perception.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka articulates the idea that true essence cannot be apprehended through physical senses or celestial entities. It stands apart from stars, light, clouds, wind, gods, and even the sun and moon, suggesting profound abstraction.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस विचार को व्यक्त करता है कि सच्ची सार्तता को भौतिक इंद्रियों या आकाशीय तत्वों द्वारा नहीं समझा जा सकता। यह सितारों, प्रकाश, बादलों, वायु, देवताओं और सूर्य-चंद्रमा से परे है, जो गहन अमूर्तता की ओर संकेत करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Udyoga Parva, this verse reflects the philosophical inquiry into the nature of ultimate reality that is independent of all sensory perception.

Meaning

It conveys that transcendence exists beyond the physical manifestation, encouraging deeper contemplation of existence.

Application

In spiritual practice, focus on transcending sensory experiences to discover a deeper understanding of reality.