Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ऊर्ध्वं स देहात सुव्यक्तं विमुच्येद इति नान्यथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

ऊर्ध्वं स देहात सुव्यक्तं विमुच्येद इति नान्यथा
एतद आहुर महाप्राज्ञाः सांख्यं वै मॊक्षदर्शनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wise declare that liberation can be attained by releasing oneself from the body, as taught in the philosophy of Sankhya.

Translations

English Translation

According to the great sages, true liberation comes when one can discern the separation from the material body. This understanding is central in Sankhya philosophy, which emphasizes knowledge as the key to achieving moksha or liberation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महान मुनियों के अनुसार, सच्ची मुक्ति तब मिलती है जब कोई अपने भौतिक शरीर से पृथक्करण को पहचान सकता है। यह समझ सांख्य दर्शन में केंद्रीय है, जो ज्ञान को मोक्ष प्राप्त करने की कुंजी के रूप में बताती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, discussing the importance of self-realization and the philosophy of liberation through knowledge.

Meaning

The essence of this teaching is that true enlightenment and detachment from the material world lead to effective liberation, as explained in Sankhya philosophy.

Application

One can apply this wisdom in daily life by striving for a deeper understanding of self and reducing attachment to physical existence, enhancing spiritual growth.