Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इन्द्रियैर मनसः सिद्धिर न बुद्धिं बुध्यते मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इन्द्रियैर मनसः सिद्धिर न बुद्धिं बुध्यते मनः
न बुद्धिर बुध्यते ऽवयक्तं सूक्ष्मस तव एतानि पश्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The mind’s abilities are limited when chained by the senses, hindering true understanding.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that when the mind is overwhelmed by sensory perceptions, it cannot attain deep understanding. Intellectual clarity only emerges when one transcends these distractions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब मन इंद्रियजन्य अनुभवों से प्रभावित होता है, तो यह गहरी समझ तक नहीं पहुंच सकता। केवल तब ज्ञान प्राप्त होता है जब distractions से परे निकलते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Set in the Shanti Parva, this verse explores the limitations of the mind when excessive reliance on senses occurs. It calls for introspection and self-discipline.

Meaning

The shloka implies that true wisdom arises from inner awareness rather than outer stimuli, advocating for mental discipline.

Application

Practice focusing on inner thoughts and insights rather than external distractions. Techniques like meditation can foster deeper understanding and clarity.