Mahabharata Shanti Parva – उद्यन हि सविता यद्वज जृजते रस्मि मन्दलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

उद्यन हि सविता यद्वज जृजते रस्मि मन्दलम
स एवास्तम उपागच्छंस तद एवात्मनि यच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

As the sun rises and sets, it engages the world in its rhythm and corresponds to the eternal within.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka uses the metaphor of the sun’s journey to illustrate how the external world and the internal self are interrelated. As the sun transitions, it reflects the continuity of life and consciousness within us.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सूर्य के चक्र का उपमा लेकर यह स्पष्ट करता है कि बाहरी संसार और आंतरिक आत्मा कैसे एक-दूसरे से जुड़े हुए हैं। जैसे सूर्य का उदय और अस्त होता है, यह हमारे भीतर जीवन और चेतना की निरंतरता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated within discussions on the nature of time and consciousness in the Shanti Parva, highlighting the reflections of the external on the internal.

Meaning

This teaches that just as the sun governs day and night, our inner essence remains constant amid the transitory nature of life around us.

Application

This encourages mindfulness and connection with our internal selves. By recognizing our consistency, we can navigate life’s changes with grace and understanding.