Shloka (श्लोक)
स देवलॊके विहरत्य अभीक्ष्णं;
ततश चयुतॊ मानुषताम उपैति
संहार विक्षेपशतानि चाष्टौ;
मर्त्येषु तिष्ठन्न अमृतत्वम एति
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka speaks about the soul’s journey and its transition from the divine realm to human existence.
Translations
English Translation
The soul resides in the divine realm continuously. When it departs, it takes birth among humans. It experiences various transformations, and ultimately it achieves immortality while enduring various challenges in the mortal world.
हिंदी अनुवाद
आत्मा दिव्य लोक में निरंतर निवास करती है। जब यह प्रस्थान करती है, तो यह मानवता में जन्म लेती है। यह विभिन्न परिवर्तनों का सामना करती है, और अंततः यह अमरत्व को प्राप्त करती है जब यह मृत्यु लोक में विभिन्न चुनौतियों का सामना करती है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is found in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, where it discusses the cyclical nature of life and the soul’s journey.
Meaning
It emphasizes the transcendental journey of the soul, moving through divine and mortal planes, illustrating the divine play of existence.
Application
One can reflect on this shloka to understand the larger perspective of life and its transient nature, promoting acceptance of mortality and the pursuit of spirituality.
