Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कसायं पाचयित्वा तु शरेणि सथानेषु च तरिषु

Shloka (श्लोक)

कसायं पाचयित्वा तु शरेणि सथानेषु च तरिषु
परव्रजेच च परं सथानं परिव्रज्याम अनुत्तमाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka instructs on purifying the mind before progressing on the spiritual path.

Translations

English Translation

By burning away negative qualities through disciplined practice, one may attain transformation across various states of being. Thereafter, they should seek the ultimate state of realization, which is incomparable.

हिंदी अनुवाद

नकारात्मक गुणों को अनुशासित साधना के द्वारा जलाकर, व्यक्ति विभिन्न अवस्थाओं में परिवर्तन प्राप्त कर सकता है। उसके बाद, उन्हें सर्वोच्च साक्षात्कार की ओर बढ़ना चाहिए, जो बेजोड़ है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the purification process required in spiritual practice, as narrated in the teachings of the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It teaches that through the elimination of negative traits, significant spiritual growth can be achieved.

Application

In our lives, it is beneficial to confront and eliminate negative qualities to evolve spiritually and reach a higher state of consciousness.