Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – ये चैव सात्त्विका भावा राजसास तामसाश च ये

Shloka (श्लोक)

ये चैव सात्त्विका भावा राजसास तामसाश च ये
मत्त एवेति तान विद्धि न तव अहं तेषु ते मयि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who possess the sattvic, rajasic, and tamasic qualities know that all these are part of me, but I am not in them.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that while all the qualities of nature arise from the divine, the divine itself transcends these qualities, which encourages individuals to aspire for higher states of being while acknowledging all aspects of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जबकि सभी प्राकृतिक गुण दिव्य से उत्पन्न होते हैं, दिव्य स्वयं इन गुणों से परे है। यह व्यक्तियों को उच्चतर स्थिति के लिए प्रेरित करता है जबकि वे जीवन के सभी पहलुओं को स्वीकार करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Bhishma Parva emphasizes the distinction between the divine essence and the three modes of nature, crafting a guide for spiritual awakening.

Meaning

It highlights that while the divine influences all qualities, it exists independently, prompting individuals to look beyond their inherent qualities for a greater understanding.

Application

This encourages spiritual seekers to cultivate sattvic qualities while remembering that true divinity lies beyond material traits.