Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – जिह्वा चक्षुस तथा शरॊत्रं तवन्मनॊ बुद्धिर एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

जिह्वा चक्षुस तथा शरॊत्रं तवन्मनॊ बुद्धिर एव च
न गन्धान अधिगच्छन्ति घराणस तान अधिगच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The tongue, eyes, ears, mind, and intellect do not comprehend smells; rather, it is solely the nose that understands them.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka specifies that while all senses play their parts, it is the nose alone that perceives and comprehends smells, underscoring the specialization of each sense organ in sensory experiences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जबकि सभी इंद्रियाँ अपनी भूमिका निभाती हैं, केवल नाक ही सुगंधों को समझती है, जो संवेदी अनुभवों में प्रत्येक इंद्रिय के विशेषकरण पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Ashvamedhika Parva, this verse illustrates the importance of each sense’s specificity in experiential perception.

Meaning

It means that while various senses are active and aware, they are limited in their functions and abilities, emphasizing the uniqueness of sensory experiences.

Application

This understanding can enhance our appreciation of how different senses contribute to life, highlighting the limitation and strength of each, leading to more mindful living.