Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरीरे तु न पश्यामि तव चैवात्मनश च ह

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरीरे तु न पश्यामि तव चैवात्मनश च ह
पदे पदे तु पश्यामि सलिलाद अग्निम उत्थितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The identity is not perceived in the body, but one sees the elements like water and fire.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker reveals their inability to perceive the self in the physical body but acknowledges the presence of elements such as water and fire, drawing attention to the physical world’s significance over the metaphysical existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता अपने शारीरिक रूप में आत्मता का अनुभव करने में असमर्थता को व्यक्त करता है, लेकिन जल और अग्नि जैसे तत्वों की उपस्थिति की स्वीकृति करता है, जो भौतिक विश्व के महत्व पर ध्यान केंद्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka focuses on the distinction between the physical and the spiritual realms, prevalent in the philosophical themes of the Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the tension between the seen (elements) and the unseen (self), an essential consideration in self-exploration.

Application

This teaches us to acknowledge both the material and spiritual aspects of existence, fostering a balanced perspective.