Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इदं शरीरं कौन्तेय कषेत्रम इत्य अभिधीयते

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरीभगवान उवाच
इदं शरीरं कौन्तेय कषेत्रम इत्य अभिधीयते
एतद यॊ वेत्ति तं पराहुः कषेत्रज्ञ इति तद्विदः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The body, O Kaunteya, is called the field, and one who knows this is called the knower of the field.

Translations

English Translation

The Blessed Lord explains that this physical body is termed as the “field,” and the person who comprehends this is known as the “knower of the field.” This marks the distinction between the material and the spiritual essence of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

भगवान बताते हैं कि यह शारीरिक शरीर “क्षेत्र” कहलाता है, और जो व्यक्ति इसे समझता है वह “क्षेत्रज्ञ” के रूप में जाना जाता है। यह अस्तित्व की भौतिक और आध्यात्मिक सार के बीच का अंतर दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka inquires into the nature of the body and the soul, central themes in spiritual philosophies.

Meaning

It signifies the understanding that the body is distinct from the true self, which is the essence of spiritual inquiry and realization.

Application

Realizing this distinction encourages individuals to seek deeper knowledge about their true identity beyond the physical form.