Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पश्यन्ति यॊगाः सांख्याश च सवशास्त्रकृतलक्षणाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पश्यन्ति यॊगाः सांख्याश च सवशास्त्रकृतलक्षणाः
इष्टानिष्ट वियुक्तं हि तस्थौ बरह्म परात परम
नित्यं तम आहुर विद्वांसः शुचिस तस्माच छुचिर भव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the distinction between the eternal Brahman and the transient nature of worldly desires.

Translations

English Translation

Those who are yogis can see the eternal substance of Brahman beyond the cravings of desires and aversions. Such knowledgeable people recognize the supreme, pure reality, which is both formless and eternal, and they remain unattached to transient feelings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो लोग योगी हैं, वे इच्छाओं और अप्रियता की विपरीतता से परे ब्रह्म के शाश्वत तत्व को देख सकते हैं। ऐसे ज्ञानी लोग उस सर्वोच्च, शुद्ध वास्तविकता को पहचानते हैं, जो निराकार और शाश्वत है, और वे क्षणिक भावनाओं से अटूट रहते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is a part of the Shanti Parva, where Lord Krishna explains the significance of self-realization and the understanding of Brahman.

Meaning

The meaning conveyed here is the importance of transcending material desires to realize the ultimate truth, Brahman.

Application

One can apply this wisdom by practicing detachment and focusing on inner peace rather than external gains.