Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न हि जातॊ न जाये ऽहं न जनिष्ये कदा चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि जातॊ न जाये ऽहं न जनिष्ये कदा चन
कषेत्रज्ञः सर्वभूतानां तस्माद अहम अजः समृतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the eternal, unchanging nature of the self beyond physical birth.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, the speaker clarifies that they are beyond birth and death, highlighting the essence of being an eternal witness (‘kshetrajna’) to all beings, asserting that they cannot be limited by the constraints of societal definitions of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में, बोलने वाला स्पष्ट करता है कि वह जन्म और मृत्यु से परे है, यह बताते हुए कि वह सभी जीवों का शाश्वत साक्षी है (‘क्षेत्रज्ञ’) और सामाजिक परिभाषाओं से सीमित नहीं हो सकता।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the teachings within the Shanti Parva that delve into the philosophical concept of the eternal soul.

Meaning

The statement underscores the notion that true existence transcends physical realms, implying a deeper understanding of life beyond mere biological existence.

Application

This teaches individuals to foster a perspective that sees beyond physical identities, nurturing a sense of eternal connection with others.