Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तमसॊ मिथुनं सत्त्वं सत्त्वस्य मिथुनं रजः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तमसॊ मिथुनं सत्त्वं सत्त्वस्य मिथुनं रजः
रजसश चापि सत्त्वं सयात सत्त्वस्य मिथुनं तमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains the relationships between the three gunas: sattva, rajas, and tamas.

Translations

English Translation

The interplay between the three gunas is detailed here, portraying how each quality influences the others. It elaborates on the concept that rajas and tamas intertwine with sattva, creating a dynamic framework of existence within the material world.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहां तीन गुणों के बीच के अंतर्संबंध का विवरण दिया गया है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि प्रत्येक गुण दूसरों को कैसे प्रभावित करता है। यह इस विचार को स्पष्ट करता है कि रजस और तमस सत्व के साथ आपस में जुड़े हुए हैं, जिससे भौतिक संसार में अस्तित्व का एक गतिशील ढांचा बनता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is a part of the discourse on gunas, providing insights into their interconnections and influence on human behavior and nature.

Meaning

It emphasizes the cyclical relationships and dependencies among the three qualities essential for understanding individual and cosmic dynamics.

Application

Recognizing these interplay dynamics can assist in achieving personal balance by cultivating the desirable qualities and addressing the less favorable ones.