Shloka (श्लोक)
ऊचतुश च समाविष्टौ रजसा तमसा च तौ
अयं स पुरुषः शवेतः शेते निद्राम उपागतः
⚡ Quick Meaning
A white being, enveloped by rajas and tamas, is said to be in a state of deep sleep.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka describes a being that is covered by the qualities of rajas (action) and tamas (ignorance). It highlights how, despite these influences, the being, understood to be pure and white, lies in a deep state of sleep, signifying a temporary withdrawal from active participation in the world.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक उस प्राणी का वर्णन करता है जो रजस (क्रिया) और तमस (अज्ञानता) के गुणों में ढका हुआ है। यह दर्शाता है कि इन प्रभावों के बावजूद, प्राणी, जिसे शुद्ध और सफेद माना गया है, गहरी नींद में है, जो कि दुनिया में सक्रिय भागीदारी से अस्थायी रूप से वापस लेना का संकेत है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is set in the Shanti Parva, where philosophical discussions take place about the nature of existence and consciousness.
Meaning
The essence of the shloka is to convey the states of being clouded by ignorance and activity, reflecting on the dual nature of human experiences.
Application
In practical life, this shloka encourages us to reflect on our states of consciousness and strive for clarity and awareness, moving beyond ignorance.
