Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परत्यक्षम इह पश्यन्तॊ भवन्तः सत्पथे सथिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परत्यक्षम इह पश्यन्तॊ भवन्तः सत्पथे सथिताः
किम अत्र परत्यक्षतमं भवन्तॊ यद उपासते
अन्यत्र तर्क शास्त्रेभ्य आगमाच च यथागमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

While seeing truths, those on the righteous path must realize what is most evident in their worship, beyond mere logic.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the necessity for practitioners to recognize the most obvious truths in their worship, beyond the confines of logic or scholarly arguments. True understanding requires more than intellectual comprehension; it demands experiential insight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भावी साधकों को यह पहचानने की आवश्यकता को उजागर करता है कि उनकी पूजा में सबसे स्पष्ट सत्य क्या है, केवल तर्क या विद्या के तर्कों के परे। सच्ची समझ के लिए बौद्धिक ज्ञान से अधिक की आवश्यकता होती है; यह अनुभवात्मक अंतर्दृष्टि की मांग करता है।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt from the Shanti Parva stresses the significance of direct experience over logical reasoning in understanding spiritual truths.

Meaning

It conveys that one’s worship should lead to clear understanding, transcending mere academic discourse.

Application

Dedicating oneself to prayer and reflection can enhance personal insights and deepen one’s spiritual practice.