Mahabharata Shanti Parva – निरिन्द्रियस्याबीलस्य निर्द्रव्यस्यास्य देहिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

निरिन्द्रियस्याबीलस्य निर्द्रव्यस्यास्य देहिनः
कथं गुणा भविष्यन्ति निर्गुणत्वान महात्मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the existence of qualities in a being devoid of senses and substance.

Translations

English Translation

The verse ponders the idea that if a person is devoid of senses and materiality, how can they possess qualities? It reflects a philosophical inquiry into the nature of existence and the essential characteristics of living beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह सवाल उठाता है कि यदि कोई व्यक्ति इंद्रियों और भौतिकता से वंचित है, तो उनमें गुण कैसे होंगे? यह अस्तित्व के स्वभाव और जीवों की अनिवार्य विशेषताओं पर एक दार्शनिक प्रश्न है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises from a philosophical discourse in Shanti Parva, emphasizing deep introspection of the soul.

Meaning

It suggests that sensory experiences are integral to the manifestation of qualities, questioning the essence of being.

Application

This shloka invites individuals to consider the importance of experiences in shaping their identities and understandings of self.