Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – यथैधांसि समिद्धॊ ऽगनिर भस्मसात कुरुते ऽरजुन

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथैधांसि समिद्धॊ ऽगनिर भस्मसात कुरुते ऽरजुन
जञानाग्निः सर्वकर्माणि भस्मसात कुरुते तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Knowledge is like fire; it can burn away ignorance and transform actions into pure results.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the transformative power of knowledge, stating that just as a fire consumes fuel leaving behind ashes, knowledge can purify actions and thoughts, leading to a higher state of being devoid of ignorance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ज्ञान की परिवर्तनकारी शक्ति को दर्शाता है, बताता है कि जैसे आग ईंधन को जलाकर राख बना देती है, ज्ञान कर्मों और विचारों को शुद्ध कर सकता है, जिससे व्यक्ति अज्ञानता से मुक्त हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes in the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata where Arjuna seeks wisdom from Lord Krishna during his moment of doubt.

Meaning

The essence of the shloka is the purifying nature of knowledge, akin to fire that eliminates impurities from actions and intentions.

Application

Practicing mindfulness and continuous learning enables individuals to overcome ignorance, allowing them to act with clarity and purity.