Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इन्द्रियाणां शरमात सवप्नम आहुः सर्वगतं बुधाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इन्द्रियाणां शरमात सवप्नम आहुः सर्वगतं बुधाः
मनसस तु परलीनत्वात तत तद आहुर निदर्शनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Wise people say that dreams emerge from the fatigue of the senses, while the distractions of the mind define the essence of those dreams.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka indicates that the experiences in dreams result from the tired senses, and emphasizes that the mental state at the time of dreaming significantly influences the nature of those experiences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सपनों में अनुभव इन्द्रियों की थकावट से उत्पन्न होते हैं, और यह बताता है कि सपने देखने के समय मन की अवस्था उन अनुभवों की प्रकृति पर महत्वपूर्ण रूप से प्रभाव डालती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse, found in the Shanti Parva, explores the intricate relationship between the sense perceptions and the mental processes that contribute to dreams.

Meaning

The insight here is that our sensory experiences and mental distractions can shape our dreaming state, reminding us to cultivate awareness.

Application

Understanding this connection can lead to greater awareness in both waking and dreaming states, fostering a more profound self-awareness.