Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सन्न आत्मा नैव धर्मस्य न परस्य न चात्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सन्न आत्मा नैव धर्मस्य न परस्य न चात्मनः
सर्वॊपायैर उज्जिहीर्षेद आत्मानम इति निश्चयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The self does not belong solely to dharma or the self and requires comprehensive understanding.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that the self is not confined to dharma or individual essence alone; to truly understand oneself, one must explore all possible approaches and means.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि आत्मा केवल धर्म या व्यक्तिगत सार तक सीमित नहीं है; अपनी सच्ची समझ पाने के लिए सभी संभावित दृष्टिकोणों और साधनों की खोज करनी चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka, from the Shanti Parva, speaks about the multifaceted nature of the self and understanding it in a wider context.

Meaning

It suggests that to reach true self-realization, one must adopt diverse methods and learnings beyond mere adherence to prescribed duties.

Application

In daily life, this teaches the importance of holistic understanding for personal growth and the discovery of one’s true purpose.