Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एवं सर्वेषु भूतेषु गूढॊ ऽऽतमा न परकाशते

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं सर्वेषु भूतेषु गूढॊ ऽऽतमा न परकाशते
दृश्यते तवाग्र्यया बुद्ध्या सूक्ष्मया तत्त्वदर्शिभिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The self is hidden in all beings and is perceived only by those with subtle understanding.

Translations

English Translation

This verse suggests that the true self exists within all living beings but is not easily observed. It calls upon the wise, who possess refined intellect, to perceive the unity of all existence through deeper insight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सच्चा आत्मा सभी जीवों में उपस्थित है लेकिन आसानी से नहीं देखा जा सकता। यह बुद्धिमान लोगों की ओर इशारा करता है, जिनके पास गहन अंतर्दृष्टि है ताकि वे सभी अस्तित्व की एकता को समझ सकें।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this shloka elaborates on the nature of the self from a philosophical standpoint, underpinning the quest for knowledge.

Meaning

It guides seekers to delve deeper within, recognizing that the divine is not easily visible to the untrained eye but can be experienced through heightened perception.

Application

Practically, this shloka encourages personal introspection and the development of mindfulness to unveil the hidden truths within ourselves and others.