Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अवध्यः सर्वभूतानाम अन्तरात्मा न संशयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अवध्यः सर्वभूतानाम अन्तरात्मा न संशयः
अवध्ये चात्मनि कथं वध्यॊ भवति केन चित

⚡ Quick Meaning

The self is eternal and cannot be killed; thus, how can the eternal self be harmed?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka articulates the philosophy of the eternal soul, declaring that the inner essence of all beings is indestructible. It questions how one can harm the eternal self, indicating the futility of fear regarding physical death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक आत्मा की शाश्वतता का विचार प्रस्तुत करता है, यह घोषणा करता है कि सभी प्राणियों की अंतःआत्मा नष्ट नहीं हो सकती। यह सवाल उठाता है कि शाश्वत आत्मा को कैसे नुकसान पहुँचाना संभव है, जो शारीरिक मृत्यु के बारे में डर को निरर्थक बनाता है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching is foundational in the Bhagavad Gita, layered in philosophical deliberations on life, death, and the eternal nature of the soul.

Meaning

The significance lies in understanding that the essence of life transcends physical existence, offering peace in the face of mortality.

Application

This wisdom encourages individuals to focus on their spiritual growth and inner peace rather than fearing death, fostering a sense of liberation.