Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न शरीराश्रितॊ जीवस तस्मिन नष्टे परनश्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

न शरीराश्रितॊ जीवस तस्मिन नष्टे परनश्यति
यथा समित्सु दग्धासु न परनश्यति पावकः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The soul is unaffected by the destruction of the body, similar to how fire remains even after its fuel is burnt away.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that the soul does not perish with the destruction of the body. It likens the soul’s immortality to fire, which remains even after its fuel has been consumed, emphasizing the permanence of the spiritual essence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि आत्मा शारीरिक विनाश से प्रभावित नहीं होती। यह आत्मा की अमरता की तुलना उस अग्नि से करता है, जो ईंधन की समाप्ति के बावजूद बनी रहती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is derived from the Shanti Parva, discussing the philosophical implications of life and the permanence of the soul amidst physical changes.

Meaning

The implication is that the true nature of a being is eternal, encouraging individuals to focus on the development of the inner self.

Application

By understanding this principle, individuals can navigate life with a sense of fearlessness and purpose, as they recognize the eternal essence within.