Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न चात्मा शक्यते दरष्टुम इन्द्रियेषु विभागशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न चात्मा शक्यते दरष्टुम इन्द्रियेषु विभागशः
तत्र तत्र विसृष्टेषु दुर्जयेष्व अकृतात्मभिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the limitations of the senses in perceiving the self.

Translations

English Translation

The verse suggests that the true self cannot be observed through the senses which are often distracted and cannot comprehend the essence of being.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि सच्चे आत्मा को इन्द्रियों के माध्यम से नहीं देखा जा सकता, क्योंकि इन्द्रियाँ अक्सर विचलित होती हैं और अस्तित्व की भावना को समझने में असमर्थ होती हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in Shanti Parva, where discussions about the nature of the self and the senses are explored.

Meaning

It emphasizes that understanding the self goes beyond sensory perception and requires deeper introspective insight.

Application

Practicing meditation can help individuals look beyond superficial sensory experiences to grasp deeper truths about themselves.