Mahabharata Shanti Parva – निवर्तयित्वा रसनं रसेभ्यॊ;

Shloka (श्लोक)
निवर्तयित्वा रसनं रसेभ्यॊ;
घराणं च गन्धाच छरवणे च शब्दात
सपर्शात तनुं रूपगुणात तु चक्षुस;
ततः परं पश्यति सवं सवभावम
⚡ Quick Meaning
The shloka explains how one transcends sensory experiences to perceive the true self.
Translations
English Translation
This verse articulates the process of moving beyond the senses of taste, smell, sound, touch, and sight, guiding one to see beyond these experiences and recognize their true nature and essence, reflecting a journey toward self-realization.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि कैसे एक व्यक्ति स्वाद, गंध, ध्वनि, स्पर्श, और दृष्टि के अनुभवों से पार जाकर अपनी सच्ची प्रकृति और स्वभाव को पहचानता है, जो आत्म-साक्षात्कार की ओर एक यात्रा को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
Located within the Shanti Parva, this shloka elaborates on the practice of self-inquiry and realization.
Meaning
It emphasizes the importance of transcendence over sensory experiences to discover the self.
Application
This encourages individuals to pursue deeper states of consciousness and awareness, moving beyond superficial experiences to reach a profound understanding of themselves.
