Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – सत्त्वं रजस तम इति गुणाः परकृतिसंभवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सत्त्वं रजस तम इति गुणाः परकृतिसंभवाः
निबध्नन्ति महाबाहॊ देहे देहिनम अव्ययम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The qualities of sattva, rajas, and tamas arise from nature and bind the imperishable soul.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the three fundamental qualities of nature: sattva (goodness), rajas (passion), and tamas (ignorance). It emphasizes how these qualities bind the eternal soul within physical bodies, affecting consciousness and behavior throughout life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में प्रकृति के तीन गुणों: सत् (सुख), रज (तृष्णा) और तम (अज्ञान) को दर्शाया गया है। यह बताता है कि ये गुण कैसे स्थायी आत्मा को भौतिक शरीर में बांधते हैं, और जीवन में चेतना एवं व्यवहार को प्रभावित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Bhishma Parva describes the interplay of prakriti (nature) with the eternal self, providing insights into human psychology.

Meaning

Krsna delineates how these qualities shape human experience, affecting mind and emotions, thereby influencing one’s destiny.

Application

Understanding these qualities allows individuals to cultivate more sattvic qualities for a balanced and harmonious life.