Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यथा चन्द्रॊ हय अमावास्याम अलिङ्गत्वान न दृश्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा चन्द्रॊ हय अमावास्याम अलिङ्गत्वान न दृश्यते
न च नाशॊ ऽसय भवति तथा विद्धि शरीरिणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just like the moon is not visible during the new moon due to lack of markings, the body’s essence remains hidden.

Translations

English Translation

As the moon is not seen during the new moon phase due to its formlessness, similarly, the essence of the body remains unseen. This shloka emphasizes the need to understand the hidden aspects of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे अमावस्या में चाँद अपनी अपर्णा के कारण नहीं दिखता, वैसे ही शरीर का सार भी अदृश्य रहता है। यह श्लोक अस्तित्व के छिपे पहलुओं को समझने की आवश्यकता को व्यक्त करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva speaks to the visibility and invisibility of aspects of existence.

Meaning

It signifies that what is not manifested outwardly can hold great significance.

Application

This inspires us to explore and appreciate the nuances of life beyond surface appearances.