Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – घराणं जिह्वा च चक्षुश च तवन्मनॊ बुद्धिर एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

घराणं जिह्वा च चक्षुश च तवन्मनॊ बुद्धिर एव च
न शब्दान अधिगच्छन्ति शरॊत्रं तान अधिगच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The senses like smell, taste, sight, and the mind cannot grasp sounds without the ear.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that the senses of smell, taste, vision, and the mind do not perceive sounds unless it is through the ears. It illustrates the unique role each sense plays in perception.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि गंध, स्वाद, दृष्टि और मन का श्रवण पर कोई अधिकार नहीं होता। वे केवल श्रवण के माध्यम से ध्वनि को समझते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Part of the same parva, this perspective continues exploring how senses contribute to our understanding of reality.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes that each sense has its function and cannot substitute for others in processing information.

Application

Recognizing the strengths and limitations of our senses can enhance our observational skills and encourage deliberate focus on how we interact with the world.