Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मनस्य आकृतयॊ मग्ना मनस तव अतिगतं मतिम

Shloka (श्लोक)

मनस्य आकृतयॊ मग्ना मनस तव अतिगतं मतिम
मतिस तव अतिगता जञानं जञानं तव अभिगतं परम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The mind absorbed in forms reflects its past experiences and knowledge.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka points out that the mind, immersed in various forms, is shaped by its accumulated experiences. The quality of thought is tied to past learnings and can lead to transcendent understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि मन भिन्न-भिन्न आकृतियों में मग्न होने के कारण अपने पिछले अनुभवों और ज्ञान से प्रभावित होता है। विचारों की गुणवत्ता पिछले ज्ञान से जुड़ी होती है।

Commentary

Context

In the context of the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the complex relationship between the mind and knowledge. It calls for awareness of how past influences shape current understanding.

Meaning

The core idea is that the mind’s absorption in thought forms results in the recollection of past wisdom, which can either limit or enhance current insights.

Application

Channel your past knowledge to enhance present learning experiences. Reflect on your journey to see how it influences your growth and understanding.