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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 91

म्हणोनि अर्जुना तूं पाहीं । या बुद्धीचा विटाळु नाही । जेथ निवृत्तीवांचूनि काही । आरुढेंना ॥

"Therefore, Arjuna, see that this intellect is free from any defilement; nothing but detachment finds a place here."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
mhanoni
म्हणून
therefore
बुद्धीचा Noun
buddhicha
बुद्धीचा
of the intellect
विटाळु Noun
vitalu
अशुद्धता किंवा दोष
impurity or defilement
निवृत्तीवांचूनि Adverb
nivrittivanchuni
निवृत्तीशिवाय किंवा शांतीशिवाय
without detachment or peace
आरुढेंना Verb
arudhena
स्थिर होत नाही किंवा चढत नाही
does not ascend or stay

💡 Meaning

Therefore, Arjuna, observe that this intellect has no impurity; nothing except detachment and peace can reside within it.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that the intellect (Buddhi) aligned with the self is inherently pure. It remains untouched by the impurities of worldly desires, dualities, or ego. Just as fire cannot be soiled, this enlightened intellect cannot be defiled by the fruits of action. In such a state of consciousness, only 'Nivritti' (the state of cessation of worldly cravings and absolute peace) prevails. It is the foundation of spiritual stability where no worldly distractions can enter.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, maintain a clear mind despite external chaos. For example, if someone criticizes you, keep your intellect 'pure' by not reacting with anger, but staying calm and focused on your duty.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna explains the absolute purity and stability of the spiritual intellect to Arjuna.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 50

जेथें मनाचें धांवणें खुंटलें । जेथें बुद्धीचें पाऊल सांडलें । जेथें अहंकाराचें रूप हारपलें । तेंचि रूप माझें ॥

"Where the mind's wandering stops, where the intellect's step is lost, where the form of ego vanishes, that is My form."

मनाचें Noun
Manache
मनाचे
of the mind
धांवणें Noun
Dhavane
भटकणे किंवा धावणे
wandering or running
खुंटलें Verb
Khuntale
थांबले किंवा खुंटले
stopped or ceased
बुद्धीचें Noun
Buddhiche
बुद्धीचे
of the intellect
हारपलें Verb
Harapale
हरवले किंवा नाहीसे झाले
lost or vanished
अहंकाराचें Noun
Ahankarache
अहंकाराचे (मी पणाचे)
of the ego

💡 Meaning

Where the mind's wandering stops, where the intellect's reach ends, and where the form of ego vanishes, that indeed is My true form.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this profound Ovi, Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that the Divine reality is experienced only when the restless activities of the mind cease, the analytical intellect reaches its limit, and the ego dissolves completely. It suggests that God is not an object to be found by the mind, but a state to be realized when the 'self' disappears. This represents the pinnacle of Advaita (non-duality) philosophy.

🎯 Practical Application

In practical life, this teaches us the importance of mental stillness. For example, during a heated argument, if we can silence our ego and calm our mind, we can connect with our inner peace and resolve conflicts more effectively.

📌 Context

In this verse, Shri Krishna (through Dnyaneshwar Maharaj) describes the state of ultimate consciousness where the individual self merges with the Divine.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 16

तरी हे साच कीं लटिकें । हें पाहावें विवेकें । मग जें कांहीं निकें । तेंचि धरावें ॥

"Therefore, see with discernment whether this is true or false; then hold onto that which is certain and good."

साच Noun
sāca
सत्य / खरे
Truth / Real
लटिकें Adjective
laṭikēṃ
खोटे / भास
False / Unreal
विवेकें Noun
vivēkēṃ
विवेकाने / सारासार विचाराने
With discernment / wisdom
निकें Adjective
nikēṃ
चांगले / शुद्ध सत्य
Pure / Good / Certain
धरावें Verb
dharāvēṃ
स्वीकारावे / धारण करावे
To hold / To accept

💡 Meaning

One should examine whether something is true or false using discernment, and then only embrace that which is certain and true.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes the practice of 'Viveka' (discernment). He advises that one must investigate the nature of reality—distinguishing between what is eternal (Sat) and what is ephemeral or illusory (Asat). Just as a jeweler tests gold, a seeker must test their experiences and emotions with intellect. Once the ultimate truth is identified, one should firmly adhere to it and discard the illusions that cause suffering.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, when overwhelmed by emotions like grief or anger, apply discernment. Ask yourself if the cause of your distress is permanent. Realizing the temporary nature of situations helps in maintaining mental balance and choosing the right action.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the concept of 'Sat' (Truth) and 'Asat' (Unreal) while commenting on the Bhagavad Gita, urging the seeker to use discernment.

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