🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj illustrates the state of a 'Sthitaprajna' (one with steady wisdom). He compares the mind of such a person to the vast ocean. Although countless rivers flow into the ocean with great force, the ocean neither overflows its boundaries nor loses its inherent calmness. Similarly, various worldly desires and sensory objects may approach a wise person, but they fail to create any agitation or disturbance in their tranquil mind. The person remains anchored in self-realization.

In modern life, we are bombarded with distractions and emotional triggers. This verse teaches us to maintain inner peace regardless of external circumstances. Example: Staying humble during a major promotion and remaining composed during a professional setback.

Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the mental stability of a realized soul using the metaphor of an ocean that remains calm despite the influx of many rivers.

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar elaborates on the divine nature of action. He explains that the Supreme Being is never entangled in the web of Karma because He acts without attachment or ego. Ancient seekers who were desirous of liberation understood this profound truth. Instead of renouncing action itself, they renounced the sense of 'doership'. By following this path of selfless action (Nishkama Karma), they were able to perform their worldly duties while remaining spiritually free. This serves as a blueprint for all spiritual aspirants to live in the world without being bound by it.

In daily life, perform your tasks without the ego of 'I am the doer'. For example, when helping a colleague, do it as a service rather than expecting a favor in return, which keeps your mind free from stress.

Lord Krishna explains His nature of being a non-doer despite performing actions, and how ancient seekers followed this wisdom.

Saint Dnyaneshwar uses the beautiful metaphor of the autumn moon to describe the clarity of a pure mind. During the autumn season, the sky is clear of clouds, allowing the full moon to shine with its maximum brilliance and soothing light. Similarly, when a seeker's mind becomes free from the 'clouds' of desire and agitation, the light of Sattvic (pure) wisdom reflects perfectly within. This inner light brings peace and removes the darkness of ignorance.

Cultivating a calm mind allows for clear thinking. For example, when faced with a complex problem at work, taking a moment to clear your mind of stress helps you see the solution more clearly, much like a bright moon in a clear sky.

In this section of the Dnyaneshwari, Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the state of a person who has attained mental stability and clarity through Sattva Guna.