Mahabharata Shanti Parva – किं चित सनिग्धं यथा च सयाच छुष्क चूर्णम अभावितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

किं चित सनिग्धं यथा च सयाच छुष्क चूर्णम अभावितम
करमशस तु शनैर गच्छेत सर्वं तत्परिभावनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the gradual nature of thoughts and actions followed by a disciplined mind.

Translations

English Translation

This verse suggests that just as a dampness can affect dry dust, the mind should be nurtured and focused, allowing actions to flow naturally. The emphasis is on a gradual approach to mastery and understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जैसे नमी सूखे चूर्ण को प्रभावित कर सकती है, मन को पोषित और केंद्रित रखा जाना चाहिए ताकि क्रियाएँ स्वाभाविक रूप से प्रवाहित हों। ध्यान और समझने में एक क्रमबद्ध दृष्टिकोण पर जोर दिया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, which emphasizes peace and the control of the mind within actions.

Meaning

The essence here is that the mind can be progressively controlled and directed to achieve a peaceful state.

Application

Practicing patience and mindfulness allows one to gradually enhance focus and reach meditative clarity, leading to a peaceful existence.