Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इन्द्रियाणि च सर्वाणि विजेतव्यानि धीमता

Shloka (श्लोक)

इन्द्रियाणि च सर्वाणि विजेतव्यानि धीमता
सत्त्वं रजस तमश चैव पराणिनां संश्रिताः सदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Wise ones shall conquer all senses, as they are always subject to the three qualities: purity, passion, and ignorance.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that those who are wise must conquer their senses, which are perpetually influenced by the three gunas: sattva, rajas, and tamas. The verse emphasizes the need for self-mastery in order to transcend these qualities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग बुद्धिमान होते हैं, उन्हें अपनी इंद्रियों पर विजय प्राप्त करनी चाहिए, जो हमेशा तीन गुणों: सत्त्व, रजस, और तमस के प्रभाव में होती हैं। यह श्लोक आत्म-नियंत्रण की आवश्यकता पर जोर देता है ताकि इन गुणों को पार किया जा सके।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, emphasizing self-control and mastery over one’s senses as part of spiritual development.

Meaning

It suggests that understanding and overcoming sensory influences is essential for attaining a higher state of consciousness.

Application

This shloka encourages persistent practice and self-discipline to master sensory perceptions for a balanced life.