Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यदा ते पञ्चभिः पञ्च विमुक्ता मनसा सह

Shloka (श्लोक)

[मनु]यदा ते पञ्चभिः पञ्च विमुक्ता मनसा सह
अथ तद दरक्ष्यसे बरह्म मनौ सूत्रम इवार्पितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

When the mind is liberated from the five senses, pure consciousness emerges.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the liberation of the mind from the five sensory experiences, implying that true understanding and realization of the self come when one transcends sensory perception. It suggests that achieving this state allows one to see the ultimate truth, akin to the moment a thread reveals its significance in guiding the entire fabric.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मन को पांच इंद्रियों के अनुभवों से मुक्त करने पर जोर देता है, और यह संकेत करता है कि आत्मा की सच्ची समझ और अनुभूति तब होती है जब कोई इंद्रिय अनुभवों से परे निकल जाता है। यह बताता है कि इस अवस्था को प्राप्त करने से व्यक्ति अपने मुख्य सत्य को देख सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, focusing on self-realization and the spiritual journey through the understanding of consciousness.

Meaning

The teaching reflects the journey towards self-awareness, indicating the liberation from external distractions leading to clarity of thought.

Application

In practice, this inspires meditation and self-discipline to attain a clearer understanding of one’s true nature.