Mahabharata Shanti Parva – हंसॊक्तं चाक्षरं चैव कूतस्थं यत तद अक्षरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हंसॊक्तं चाक्षरं चैव कूतस्थं यत तद अक्षरम
तद विद्वान अक्षरं पराप्य जहाति पराण जन्मनी

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains how the knowledge of the imperishable essence leads one to transcend life and death.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that those who understand the imperishable nature of the soul, as described by the Hansa, transcend the cycle of birth and death, achieving liberation through self-realization.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि जो लोग हंस द्वारा वर्णित आत्मा के अविनाशी स्वभाव को समझते हैं, वे जन्म और मृत्यु के चक्र को पार कर जाते हैं और आत्म-ज्ञान के माध्यम से मोक्ष प्राप्त करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is also found in the Shanti Parva, highlighting the essential understanding needed for spiritual liberation.

Meaning

It encapsulates the wisdom that realization of the eternal self is key to breaking free from the cycle of existence.

Application

This teaching motivates seekers to delve deeper into self-knowledge and recognize the eternal truth of their existence beyond physical limitations.