Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सत्त्वं रजस तमश चैव न गुणास तं भजन्ति वै

Shloka (श्लोक)

सत्त्वं रजस तमश चैव न गुणास तं भजन्ति वै
यश च सर्वगतः साक्षी लॊकस्यात्मेति कथ्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ultimate truth resides beyond the three qualities of nature: sattva, rajas, and tamas.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that the true essence or witness of the universe is untouched by the qualities of goodness, passion, or ignorance, representing the indivisible soul that pervades all existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो सत्य या साक्षी है, वह सत्त्व, रज और तम गुणों से परे है, जो कि सम्पूर्ण सृष्टि में एक अविभाजित आत्मा के रूप में व्यापक है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching underlines the philosophical views presented in the Shanti Parva, regarding the eternal witness of all phenomena.

Meaning

It signifies that the ultimate reality is beyond dualities and should be perceived as the core of all beings.

Application

Recognizing this truth aids in transcending the fluctuations of life, leading to a more stable and peaceful state of being.