Mahabharata Shanti Parva – भूतसर्गम अहंकारात तृतीयं विद्धि पार्थिव

Shloka (श्लोक)

भूतसर्गम अहंकारात तृतीयं विद्धि पार्थिव
अहंकारेषु भूतेषु चतुर्थं विद्धि वैकृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka identifies the origin of creation and emphasizes ego’s role in material existence.

Translations

English Translation

The creation of beings arises from the ego, which is the third aspect of existence. Furthermore, the fourth aspect, identified with the material world, emerges from this egoistic perspective, highlighting the influence of ego on the nature of beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सर्व प्राणियों की उत्पत्ति अहंकार से होती है, जो अस्तित्व का तीसरा पहलू है। इसके अतिरिक्त, चौथा पहलू, जिसे भौतिक संसार के साथ पहचाना गया है, इसी अहंकारात्मक दृष्टिकोण से पैदा होता है, जो प्राणियों की प्रकृति पर अहंकार के प्रभाव को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises in discussions regarding the principles of creation and the role of ego in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The text elaborates on how ego serves as the underlying factor in both creation and perception of material aspects.

Application

Acknowledging the role of ego can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and better interactions with others.