Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आत्मनॊ ऽधरुवतां पश्यंस तांस तवं किम अनुशॊचसि

Shloka (श्लोक)

आत्मनॊ ऽधरुवतां पश्यंस तांस तवं किम अनुशॊचसि
बुद्ध्या चैवानुबुध्यस्व धरुवं हि न भविष्यसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the importance of recognizing the unchanging soul and not mourning the loss of the body.

Translations

English Translation

Seeing those who are fixed in their true selves, why do you lament? Understand through intellect that the unchanging essence will not perish. This urges one to shift focus from the temporary to the eternal.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो आत्मा में स्थिर हैं, उन्हें देखकर तुम क्यों शोक करते हो? बुद्धि से समझो कि अचल सच्चाई नहीं नष्ट होती। यह अस्थायी से शाश्वत की ओर ध्यान लगाने के लिए प्रेरित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the broader conversation about wisdom and the nature of reality in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It highlights our true identity beyond physical existence and calls for deep contemplation about eternity.

Application

This shloka can be applied to foster resilience and acceptance in the face of life’s challenges and losses.