Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सॊ ऽतर वेदयते वेद्यं स शृणॊति स पश्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

सॊ ऽतर वेदयते वेद्यं स शृणॊति स पश्यति
कारणं तस्य देहॊ ऽयं स कर्ता सर्वकर्मणाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The conscious self understands, hears, and sees the body, which serves as the instrument of action.

Translations

English Translation

This verse highlights the relationship between the self and the body. It emphasizes that while the body acts as a physical medium for performing actions, the true self is the conscious observer, engaging with sensory experiences and actions within the corporeal realm.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक आत्मा और शरीर के बीच संबंध को उजागर करता है। यह बताता है कि शरीर क्रियाकलाप का माध्यम है, जबकि आत्मा संज्ञानात्मक अवलोकनकर्ता है, जो भौतिक दुनिया में अनुभवों और कार्यों के साथ जुड़ती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka from the Shanti Parva encapsulates the philosophy of action and consciousness, underscoring the active role of the self in navigating through worldly experiences.

Meaning

The main takeaway here is that the true essence of who we are operates through the body, while retaining a distinct, conscious identity that observes and experiences life.

Application

This encourages mindfulness and self-awareness, urging individuals to recognize the interplay between their true selves and the physical body as they engage with the world.