Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यथा चन्द्रार्कसंयुक्तं तमस तद उपलभ्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा चन्द्रार्कसंयुक्तं तमस तद उपलभ्यते
तद्वच छरीर संयुक्तः शरीरीत्य उपलभ्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains how the union of the body and soul is analogous to the conjunction of the moon and sun.

Translations

English Translation

The verse highlights that just as darkness is perceived with the alignment of the moon and sun, the unity of the body and the self can be understood in a similar light. It illustrates the interplay between physical and spiritual existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को रेखांकित करता है कि जैसे चंद्रमा और सूर्य के संयोग से अंधकार का अनुभव होता है, वैसे ही शरीर और आत्मा का एकत्रीकरण भी इसी प्रकार समझा जा सकता है। यह शारीरिक और आध्यात्मिक अस्तित्व के बीच के खेल को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Within Shanti Parva, this teaching delves into the complexities of existence, representing dualities via celestial phenomena.

Meaning

The shloka expresses that understanding the reality of life involves recognizing the interplay between the physical form and the deeper self.

Application

This encourages individuals to balance their physical and spiritual identities for a more harmonious living experience.