Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अहिर एव हय अहेः पादान पश्यतीति निदर्शनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहिर एव हय अहेः पादान पश्यतीति निदर्शनम
तद्वन मूर्तिषु मूर्तिष्ठं जञेयं जञानेन पश्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as a snake observes its prey, the knowledge of the ultimate reality is perceived through true understanding.

Translations

English Translation

Like a serpent that keenly observes its surroundings, true understanding allows us to perceive the deeper truths of existence. This shloka points out the importance of insight in grasping higher knowledge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे एक नाग अपने शिकार को ध्यान से देखता है, सच्चा ज्ञान हमें अस्तित्व के गहरे सत्य को देखने की अनुमति देता है। यह श्लोक उच्च ज्ञान को समझने में अंतर्दृष्टि के महत्व को बताता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Shanti Parva, this verse examines the nature of perception and knowledge.

Meaning

It expresses that profound understanding comes from a focused and discerning mind.

Application

This encourages us to cultivate awareness and mindfulness in our quest for knowledge.