Mahabharata Shanti Parva – हित्वा च देहं परविशन्ति मॊक्षं; दिवौकसॊ दयाम इव पार्थ सांख्याः

Shloka (श्लोक)

हित्वा च देहं परविशन्ति मॊक्षं; दिवौकसॊ दयाम इव पार्थ सांख्याः
ततॊ ऽधिकं ते ऽभिरता महार्हे; सांख्ये दविजाः पार्थिव शिष्टजुष्टे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys the attainment of liberation by those who transcend the physical body.

Translations

English Translation

It illustrates that upon shedding the physical embodiment, enlightened beings enter liberation, akin to celestial beings. They are ardently devoted to knowledge, cherishing its supreme virtues presented in the Sankhya philosophy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब ज्ञानवान व्यक्ति अपने शारीरिक रूप को छोड़ देते हैं, तो वे मोक्ष में प्रवेश करते हैं, जैसे कि दिव्य beings। वे ज्ञान के प्रति अपने समर्पण को संजोते हैं और सांख्य दर्शन में प्रस्तुत उच्च गुणों की पूजा करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse follows discussions on the nature of existence and liberation in Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes the significance of realizing one’s true essence beyond the physical form for spiritual advancement.

Application

This teaching motivates individuals to pursue spiritual knowledge that leads to liberation from material constraints.