Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कषीणकॊशॊ हय अमावास्यं चन्द्रमा न परकाशते

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषीणकॊशॊ हय अमावास्यं चन्द्रमा न परकाशते
तद्वन मूर्ति वियुक्तः सञ शरीरी नॊपलभ्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Like the waning moon that does not shine during the new moon, the true form of a being remains unrecognized.

Translations

English Translation

Just as the moon fades away during the new moon phase, the essence of beings remains obscure and unrecognized. This shloka illustrates the idea that our true self is often hidden from the external world.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे चाँद अमावस्या के समय में धुंधला हो जाता है, वैसे ही प्राणियों का सार भी अस्पष्ट और अदृश्य रहता है। यह श्लोक इस विचार को दर्शाता है कि हमारा आत्मा अक्सर बाहरी दुनिया से छिपा होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Shanti Parva and discusses the hidden nature of existence.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of delving deeper to uncover the true essence of life.

Application

This encourages introspection and understanding beyond what is readily visible.