Mahabharata Vana Parva – न जीवनाशॊ ऽसति हि देहभेदे; मिथ्यैतद आहुर मरियतेति मूढाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न जीवनाशॊ ऽसति हि देहभेदे; मिथ्यैतद आहुर मरियतेति मूढाः
जीवस तु देहान्तरितः परयाति; दशार्धतैवास्य शरीरभेदः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka elucidates the misconception surrounding death, asserting that the soul continues while the physical body perishes.

Translations

English Translation

There is no destruction of the soul with the separation of the body; the foolish claim that death ends life. Instead, the soul transitions to a new form, while the body merely disintegrates.

हिंदी अनुवाद

शरीर के विभाजन के साथ आत्मा का विनाश नहीं होता; मूर्ख लोग यह दावा करते हैं कि मृत्यु जीवन का अंत है। वास्तव में, आत्मा एक नए रूप में संक्रमण करती है, जबकि शरीर केवल नष्ट हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This critical understanding in the Vana Parva distinguishes between physical death and the immortal nature of the soul, challenging popular misconceptions.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes the eternal essence of the soul, which transcends bodily existence and reiterates the continuity of life beyond physical forms.

Application

This wisdom encourages individuals to embrace the eternal aspect of life and to cultivate a perspective that values spiritual growth over mere physical existence.