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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 255

यद्यदाचरति श्रेष्ठस्तत्तदेवेतरो जनः । स यत्प्रमाणं कुरुते लोकस्तदनुवर्तते ॥

म्हणोनि समर्थें जे जे कीजे । तें तें इतरींही अनुष्ठिजे । हें सामान्यपणें सहजे । घडत असे ॥ २५५ ॥

"Therefore, whatever the capable person does, that very thing is followed by others; this happens naturally in a general way."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
समर्थें Noun
Samarthe
सामर्थ्यवान व्यक्तीने
By the capable or powerful person
कीजे Verb
Kije
केले जाते
Is done
इतरींही Pronoun
Itarinhi
इतरांनी सुद्धा
By others also
अनुष्ठिजे Verb
Anushthije
आचरणात आणले जाते
Is practiced or followed
सहजे Adverb
Sahaje
सहजपणे
Naturally

💡 Meaning

Therefore, whatever a capable or great person does, the same is practiced by others as well. This happens naturally and generally in the world.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj emphasizes the concept of 'leading by example'. He states that common people naturally emulate the actions of those they perceive as powerful or superior. This places a significant moral responsibility on leaders, teachers, and elders. If those in positions of influence act with integrity and follow the path of righteousness, the rest of society follows suit without much effort. It highlights that social change begins with the exemplary behavior of its leaders.

🎯 Practical Application

In a professional setting, if a manager is punctual and honest, the team members will naturally adopt those values. Our actions influence those around us, so we must act responsibly to set a good example.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains how the actions of leaders and great individuals set a precedent for the rest of society.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 231

म्हणौनि तूं पां धनुर्धरा | या कर्मातें न संडवे सर्वथा | परि फळाची आशा न धरितां | आचरावें || २३१ ||

"Therefore, O Archer (Arjuna), do not ever abandon action; but perform it without harboring any hope for the fruit."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhanauni
म्हणून
Therefore
धनुर्धरा Noun
Dhanurdhara
हे अर्जुना (धनुष्य धारण करणाऱ्या)
O Archer (Arjuna)
संडवे Verb
Sandave
सोडावे / त्याग करावा
To abandon / leave
सर्वथा Adverb
Sarvatha
कोणत्याही प्रकारे / पूर्णपणे
In any way / completely
आचरावें Verb
Aacharave
आचरण करावे / करावे
To perform / practice
आशा Noun
Aasha
अपेक्षा / इच्छा
Desire / Expectation

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, do not abandon your duties at all; instead, perform them without any expectation of the results.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj emphasizes that action is an inherent part of human existence and cannot be entirely renounced. The path to spiritual growth is not through the abandonment of work, but through the abandonment of the ego and the desire for specific outcomes. By performing one's prescribed duties (Swadharma) with a sense of dedication and without being troubled by the results, an individual remains free from the karmic cycle. This selfless action transforms mundane work into a spiritual discipline.

🎯 Practical Application

A professional should focus on delivering high-quality work and serving the client's needs rather than being constantly preoccupied with a promotion or bonus.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the necessity of performing one's duty without attachment to the results, following the teachings of Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 110

म्हणौनि तूं आतां । झकवी नको चित्ता । धरीं गा धीरता । पांडुकुमरा ॥ ११० ॥

"Therefore, do not delude your mind now; hold your courage, O son of Pandu."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhaṇouni
म्हणून
Therefore
झकवी Verb
Jhakavī
फसवणे किंवा भ्रमित करणे
To deceive or delude
चित्ता Noun
Cittā
मनाला
To the mind
धीरता Noun
Dhīratā
धैर्य किंवा धीर
Courage or fortitude
पांडुकुमरा Noun
Pāṇḍukumara
पांडुपुत्रा (अर्जुना)
Son of Pandu (Arjuna)

💡 Meaning

Therefore, do not deceive your mind now. O son of Pandu, hold onto your courage.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar captures Krishna's exhortation to Arjuna. He tells Arjuna not to let his mind be deceived by temporary emotions or false logic. True strength lies in 'Dhīratā' (fortitude). By addressing him as 'Pandukumara', Krishna reminds him of his noble lineage and duty, urging him to stabilize his consciousness and face the reality of the battlefield.

🎯 Practical Application

In times of crisis, instead of letting anxiety take over, one should practice mindfulness and stay brave. Example: Staying calm and focused during a difficult professional challenge instead of overthinking the failure.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna advises Arjuna to stop deluding his mind with false logic and to maintain courage in the face of his duty.

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