Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – जञानदीपेन दीप्तेन पश्यत्य आत्मानम आत्मना

Shloka (श्लोक)

जञानदीपेन दीप्तेन पश्यत्य आत्मानम आत्मना
दृष्ट्वा तवम आत्मनात्मानं निरात्मा भव सर्ववित

⚡ Quick Meaning

Illumined by the lamp of knowledge, one perceives the self with the self.

Translations

English Translation

With the light of wisdom shining brightly, one can behold one’s own self through self-awareness. By seeing the true self, one can understand the universal essence of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ज्ञान की दीप्तिमान दीपशिखा से, व्यक्ति अपने आप को आत्म ज्ञान के द्वारा देख सकता है। सच्चे आत्म को देखकर, वह अस्तित्व के सार्वभौमिक सार को समझ सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the transformative power of knowledge in realizing the true nature of the self.

Meaning

The light of knowledge is essential for self-realization and understanding one’s connection to the universe.

Application

Engaging in study and reflection deepens one’s insight into the eternal truths of existence.