Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – नाहम आत्मार्थम इच्छामि शब्दाञ शरॊत्रगतान अपि

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाहम आत्मार्थम इच्छामि शब्दाञ शरॊत्रगतान अपि
तस्मान मे निर्जिताः शब्दा वशे तिष्ठन्ति नित्यदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

I do not desire for my own interests; the sounds that come to my ears are also subdued.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys a similar theme of selflessness where the speaker states that they do not pursue personal interests. The sounds that reach the ears have also been mastered, indicating a state of higher awareness and control over external influences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भी आत्म-त्याग का एक समान विषय व्यक्त करता है, जहां वक्ता कहते हैं कि वे व्यक्तिगत स्वार्थों का अनुसरण नहीं करते हैं। जो ध्वनियाँ उनके कानों तक पहुँचती हैं, वे भी अधीन हो गई हैं, जो उच्चतर जागरूकता और बाहरी प्रभावों पर नियंत्रण की स्थिति को इंगित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in a philosophical context discussing the importance of controlling one’s senses to attain spiritual enlightenment, typical of the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The meaning relates to recognizing and controlling external distractions that can lead one away from a higher state of consciousness.

Application

This teaching can be applied by focusing on mindfulness and being present, allowing for better handling of distractions in everyday life.