Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – न तद भासयते सूर्यॊ न शशाङ्कॊ न पावकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न तद भासयते सूर्यॊ न शशाङ्कॊ न पावकः
यद गत्वा न निवर्तन्ते तद धाम परमं मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ultimate abode is beyond the reach of sun, moon, and fire; once attained, there is no return.

Translations

English Translation

This verse signifies that the supreme realm transcends all celestial bodies such as the sun, moon, and fire. It represents a state of existence that, once reached, liberates the soul permanently from the cycle of birth and death, providing eternal peace.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि परम धाम सूर्य, चंद्र और अग्नि से परे है। एक बार इसे प्राप्त करने पर, आत्मा जन्म और मृत्यु के चक्र से मुक्त हो जाती है और शाश्वत शांति का अनुभव करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Bhishma Parva, illustrating the essence of attaining the highest spiritual goal.

Meaning

It reveals the limitations of material existence and emphasizes the importance of seeking higher spiritual truths that lead to liberation.

Application

Practicing meditative techniques that focus on transcending the mundane can help in reaching the supreme state described in this passage.