Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – अध्यात्मज्ञाननित्यत्वं तत्त्वज्ञानार्थदर्शनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अध्यात्मज्ञाननित्यत्वं तत्त्वज्ञानार्थदर्शनम
एतज जञानम इति परॊक्तम अज्ञानं यद अतॊ ऽनयथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The knowledge of spirituality is constant and leads to the understanding of the ultimate reality.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka defines spiritual knowledge as eternal and profound, facilitating an understanding of the ultimate truth. It suggests that ignorance stems from any thoughts or beliefs that diverge from this core knowledge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक आध्यात्मिक ज्ञान को शाश्वत और गहन बताता है, जो अंतिम सत्य को समझने के लिए सहायक होता है। यह संकेत करता है कि अज्ञान उसी से उत्पन्न होता है जो इस ज्ञान से भिन्न होता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Bhishma Parva, this verse elaborates on the distinctions between spiritual knowledge and general ignorance. It forms a contemplative foundation for understanding reality.

Meaning

The verse asserts that spiritual wisdom and awareness forms the basis for identifying truth, contrasting it with the pitfalls of ignorance that arise from distractions.

Application

By practicing and embracing spiritual knowledge, individuals can transcend ignorance and find deeper meaning and purpose in life, fostering a strong spiritual identity.