Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – जलाहारॊ वायुभक्षः पर्णाहारश च सॊ ऽभवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

जलाहारॊ वायुभक्षः पर्णाहारश च सॊ ऽभवत
तथा सथण्डिलशायी च ये चान्ये नियमाः पृथक

⚡ Quick Meaning

The one who consumes water, eats air, and lives on leaves emerged as a sage, following strict regulations.

Translations

English Translation

This sage who sustains on water, breathes air, and lives on leaves became renowned while adhering to severe disciplines. This portrays the extreme practices some ascetics follow to attain spiritual realization.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो संत जल का सेवन करता है, वायु का भोजन करता है, और पत्तियों पर निर्भर करता है, वह कठिन अनुशासन का पालन करते हुए प्रसिद्ध हो गया। यह उन समर्पित साधकों के चरित्र को दर्शाता है जो आध्यात्मिक साक्षात्कार प्राप्त करने के लिए कठोर साधनाएँ अपनाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse indicates the various forms of austerities narrating the life of ascetics in the epic and their rigorous dedication.

Meaning

The verse exemplifies the extreme discipline one can achieve in pursuit of higher consciousness.

Application

This serves as an inspiration to practice self-discipline and focus in spiritual or personal goals.