Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न सादृश्ये तिष्ठति रूपम अस्य; न चक्षुषा पश्यति कश चिद एनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न सादृश्ये तिष्ठति रूपम अस्य; न चक्षुषा पश्यति कश चिद एनम
मनीषयाथॊ मनसा हृदा च; यैवं विदुर अमृतास ते भवन्ति
यॊगिनस तं परपश्यन्ति भगवन्तं सनातनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the transcendental nature of the divine, which cannot be perceived by ordinary senses or understanding.

Translations

English Translation

The divine essence is beyond form and cannot be perceived by anyone. Only those who seek through meditation and a pure heart can attain the realization of this eternal truth, which yogis behold.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ईश्वर का सार रूप और आकार से परे है और इसे कोई भी नहीं देख सकता। केवल वही लोग जो ध्यान और शुद्ध हृदय के माध्यम से खोजते हैं, इस शाश्वत सत्य की समझ को प्राप्त कर सकते हैं, जिसे योगी देखते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is presented in the Udyoga Parva of the Mahabharata, emphasizing the notion of divine perception.

Meaning

It illustrates the limitation of human perception and understanding, highlighting the need for a deeper spiritual approach.

Application

This inspires seekers to cultivate inner vision through meditation to comprehend higher realities beyond physical forms.