Mahabharata Vana Parva – यदा तु विषमी भावम आचरन्ति चराचराः
Shloka (श्लोक)
यदा तु विषमी भावम आचरन्ति चराचराः
तदा देही देहम अन्यं वयतिरॊहति कालतः
⚡ Quick Meaning
When all beings, moving and non-moving, engage in their true nature, the embodied soul transcends its body with the passage of time.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka conveys the idea that when all living entities, both animate and inanimate, perform their actions according to their innate qualities, the individual soul, or dehi, detaches from its physical existence and transcends time.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब सभी जीव-जन्तु, चालित एवं अकुशल, अपनी स्वाभाविक प्रवृत्तियों के अनुसार कार्य करते हैं, तब आत्मा अपने शारीरिक अस्तित्व से अलग होकर समय के परे, उन्नति की ओर बढ़ती है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is part of the Vana Parva, which deals with the themes of nature, existence, and the eternal qualities of the soul amidst changing life forms.
Meaning
The essence of this verse lies in understanding the transitory nature of the body and the permanent essence of the soul, highlighting the importance of recognizing one’s true self beyond physical limits.
Application
This wisdom encourages individuals to live authentically and practice detachment from the material aspects of life, ultimately guiding them toward spiritual realization.
