Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरॊत्रादीनि तु सर्वाणि पञ्च कर्मेन्द्रियाणि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरॊत्रादीनि तु सर्वाणि पञ्च कर्मेन्द्रियाणि च
वाग आदीनि परवर्तन्ते गुणेष्व एव गुणैः सह
अहम एतानि वै कुर्वन ममैतानीन्द्रियाणि च

⚡ Quick Meaning

The verse addresses the relationship between the senses, their functions, and the self.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that all senses and their functions derive from the qualities of nature. The speaker identifies with these organs, indicating that they participate in actions dictated by the qualities of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सभी इंद्रियाँ और उनके कार्य प्रकृति के गुणों से उत्पन्न होते हैं। प्रकाशन ये अंगों के साथ अपनी पहचान बताते हैं, यह दर्शाते हुए कि वे अस्तित्व के गुणों द्वारा निर्देशित क्रियाओं में भाग लेते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the context of understanding the self’s relationship with sensory experiences and actions.

Meaning

The meaning emphasizes that the senses and what they do are contingent upon the material nature and that one’s identity is intertwined with these senses.

Application

This understanding encourages one to be mindful of sensory engagement, reminding us that our actions are influenced by inherent qualities of nature.