Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इन्द्रियाणीह सर्वाणि सवे सवे सथाने यथाविधि

Shloka (श्लोक)

इन्द्रियाणीह सर्वाणि सवे सवे सथाने यथाविधि
अनीशत्वात परलीयन्ते सर्पा हतविषा इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

The senses function in their respective places and ultimately dissolve, like snakes that have been poisoned.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses that all senses perform their functions based on their positions and ultimately decline into inactivity, similar to poisonous snakes that are incapacitated. The comparison highlights the fleeting nature of sensory activities and their inevitable return to stillness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सभी इंद्रियाँ अपने स्थानों के अनुसार कार्य करती हैं और अंततः निष्क्रियता में चली जाती हैं, जैसे विषाक्त सर्प जो अशक्त हो जाते हैं। इस तुलना से इंद्रियों की क्षणभंगुरता और उनकी निष्क्रियता में लौटने का स्वाभाविक प्रवृत्ति प्रदर्शित होती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse addresses the nature of the senses, emphasizing their functions and their eventual dissolution back into the non-material state.

Meaning

It underscores the temporary nature of sensory perceptions, portraying them as transient and not inherently substantial.

Application

This understanding encourages detachment from sensory experiences, fostering spiritual growth beyond physical perceptions.