Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न जीवनाशॊ ऽसति हि देहभेदे; मिथ्यैतद आहुर मृत इत्य अबुद्धाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न जीवनाशॊ ऽसति हि देहभेदे; मिथ्यैतद आहुर मृत इत्य अबुद्धाः
जीवस तु देहान्तरितः परयाति; दशार्धतैवास्य शरीरभेदः

⚡ Quick Meaning

There is no death in the separation of bodies; ignorant claim it as death.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka addresses the misconception surrounding death, stating that there is no true death when the physical body changes. It implies that the soul continues its journey despite physical transformations, and only those unaware of this truth perceive it as death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मृत्यु को लेकर भ्रांति का समाधान करता है, यह बताते हुए कि जब शारीरिक रूप बदलता है तब कोई वास्तविक मृत्यु नहीं होती। यह सुझाव देता है कि आत्मा अपने सफर को जारी रखती है, हालाँकि केवल वे जो इस सत्य से अनभिज्ञ हैं, इसे मृत्यु के रूप में देखते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This insightful shloka from the Shanti Parva illustrates the philosophical understanding of life and death, aimed at alleviating fear and misunderstanding regarding mortality.

Meaning

Emphasizing the continuity of the soul reassures individuals of the eternal nature of existence beyond physical limitations, promoting a more profound appreciation of life.

Application

This teaching encourages one to live life fully without the fear of death, recognizing the soul’s path as ongoing and transcending physical existence.