Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परतापस तपसॊ जञानं लॊके संशब्दितं तपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परतापस तपसॊ जञानं लॊके संशब्दितं तपः
रजस तमॊ घनं यत कर्म तपसस तत सवलक्षणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Penance is considered knowledge, while actions influenced by rajas and tamas are categorized as superficial.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the distinction between true knowledge gained through penance and the actions influenced by the qualities of rajas (passion) and tamas (ignorance). It suggests that actions rooted in these qualities lack the depth that comes from genuine spiritual pursuit.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक तप द्वारा प्राप्त सच्चे ज्ञान और रजस (जुनून) तथा तमस (अज्ञान) के प्रभाव में किए गए कर्मों के बीच भेद को उजागर करता है। यह सुझाव देता है कि इन गुणों में निहित कर्मों में वास्तविक आध्यात्मिक प्रयास से प्राप्त गहराई की कमी होती है।

Commentary

Context

Found within the Shanti Parva, this verse critiques actions lacking spiritual depth and affirms the importance of true knowledge.

Meaning

The verse defines penance as a transformative path to real knowledge, contrasting it with actions driven by lesser qualities.

Application

It encourages the reader to evaluate their actions and motivations, striving for deeper understanding through disciplined practice.