Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अप्रबुद्धम अथाव्यक्तं सगुणं पराहुर ईश्वरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अप्रबुद्धम अथाव्यक्तं सगुणं पराहुर ईश्वरम
निर्गुणं चेश्वरं नित्यम अधिष्ठातारम एव च

⚡ Quick Meaning

They call the unawakened and unmanifest as endowed with qualities, while the eternal unqualified aspect of the divine is revered as the ultimate sustainer.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka distinguishes between the perceived manifest qualities of the divine and the eternal unmanifest nature, emphasizing that the supreme reality transcends all attributes while also sustaining the universe.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ईश्वर के गुणों से युक्त होने और शाश्वत अ-संकेतित तत्व के बीच भेद करता है, यह बल देता है कि सर्वोच्च वास्तविकता सभी गुणों से परे होकर भी ब्रह्मांड का समर्थक है।

Commentary

Context

In Shanti Parva, this teaching helps illuminate the dual nature of the divine, encouraging spiritual seekers to recognize the both manifest and unmanifest aspects.

Meaning

This verse highlights the complexity of understanding divinity, balancing the views of personal and impersonal aspects of the supreme being.

Application

In practice, it inspires individuals to cultivate a balanced view of spirituality, appreciating both the tangible and intangible aspects of their beliefs.