Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वसिष्ठं शरेष्ठम आसीनम ऋषीणां भास्करद्युतिम

Shloka (श्लोक)

वसिष्ठं शरेष्ठम आसीनम ऋषीणां भास्करद्युतिम
पप्रच्छ जनकॊ राजा जञानं नैःश्रेयसं परम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king Janaka asked sage Vasistha about the supreme knowledge that leads to the highest good.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, King Janaka approaches the sage Vasistha, who is known for his brilliance and wisdom. He inquires about the essence of supreme knowledge that one needs to achieve the highest state of enlightenment and ultimate welfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में, राजा जनक वसिष्ठ ऋषि के पास जाते हैं, जो अपनी चमक और ज्ञान के लिए जाने जाते हैं। वह सर्वोत्तम ज्ञान के सार के बारे में पूछते हैं, जो व्यक्ति को जागरूकता और अंतिम भलाई की उच्चतम स्थिति तक पहुँचने के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka originates from the Shanti Parva, where dialogues elucidate the path to spiritual wisdom and inner peace.

Meaning

The inquiry symbolizes a quest for deeper understanding and enlightenment, emphasizing the importance of guidance from enlightened beings.

Application

This teaches us to seek wisdom from learned individuals and highlights the significance of understanding the ultimate goals of life.