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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 218

कर्मण्यकर्म यः पश्येदकर्मणि च कर्म यः । स बुद्धिमान्मनुष्येषु स युक्तः कृत्स्नकर्मकृत् ॥

म्हणोनि अर्जुना तोचि जाणावा । जो कर्माचां लोटीं न पाविजे विसांवा । आणि अकर्माचां ठावीं न संवावा । कर्माचिया ओढी ॥

"Therefore Arjuna, recognize him alone as wise, who finds no rest (stagnation) in the flood of actions, and is not touched by the pull of actions in the state of inaction."

लोटीं Noun
Loti
प्रवाहामध्ये किंवा ओघात
In the flood or surge
विसांवा Noun
Visanva
विश्रांती किंवा अडकणे
Rest or getting stuck
ठावीं Noun
Thavi
ठिकाणी किंवा स्थितीत
In the place or state
ओढी Noun
Odhi
आकर्षण किंवा ओढ
Pull or attraction
जाणावा Verb
Janava
ओळखावा किंवा समजावा
Should be known

💡 Meaning

Therefore, Arjuna, know him to be the wise one, who is not overwhelmed by the surge of actions and is not pulled by desires even in a state of physical inaction.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj emphasizes that true liberation is not about physical renunciation of work, but about mental detachment. A wise person is one who remains unperturbed even in the midst of intense activity and does not harbor mental cravings for action when physically inactive. This state of 'inaction in action' is the hallmark of a realized soul.

🎯 Practical Application

In professional life, staying calm during a high-pressure deadline and not overthinking about work during your time off is a practical application of this wisdom.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the characteristics of a person who has transcended the bondage of action.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 4

तरी तेथ अर्जुनें काय केलें । जेणें संकटीं मन घातलें । तें सांगेन ऐका भलें । सावध होऊनि ॥ ४ ॥

"Then what did Arjuna do there, who had cast his mind into distress? I shall tell you that, listen well with attention."

अर्जुनें Noun
Arjunen
अर्जुनाने
By Arjuna
संकटीं Noun
Sankati
संकटामध्ये
In distress or crisis
सांगेन Verb
Sangen
सांगेन
Will tell
सावध Adjective
Savadh
जागरूक किंवा एकाग्र
Attentive or Alert
ऐका Verb
Aika
ऐका
Listen
भलें Adverb
Bhale
नीट किंवा चांगल्या प्रकारे
Properly or Well

💡 Meaning

I will tell you what Arjuna did there, which put his mind in such a crisis; listen to it carefully and with full attention.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar prepares the audience to listen to the upcoming dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna. He emphasizes the gravity of Arjuna's mental crisis (Vishada) and invites the listeners to be fully attentive. It marks the transition from the physical battlefield to the psychological battlefield of the mind, where the ultimate truth of Sankhya Yoga will be revealed.

🎯 Practical Application

Before starting any deep learning or receiving wisdom, one must clear their mind and be fully present. Example: In a professional meeting, being 'Savadh' (attentive) helps in understanding complex strategies and making better decisions.

📌 Context

Sanjaya begins to describe Arjuna's state of mental conflict and distress to King Dhritarashtra at the start of the second chapter.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 247

म्हणोनि तूं पां धनुर्धरा। या कर्माचा न करीं अव्हेरा। हें उचित तुज थोरारा। आचरें पां॥

"Therefore, O Archer, do not neglect this action. It is appropriate for a noble person like you; perform it."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
धनुर्धरा Noun
Dhanurdhara
हे अर्जुना (धनुष्य धारण करणाऱ्या)
O Archer (Arjuna)
अव्हेरा Noun
Avhera
त्याग किंवा कंटाळा
Neglect or Disregard
उचित Adjective
Uchit
योग्य
Proper or Appropriate
थोरारा Noun
Thorara
मोठ्या किंवा श्रेष्ठ माणसाला
To a great or noble person
आचरें Verb
Aachare
आचरण कर किंवा पाळ
Perform or Practice

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, do not disregard or neglect your duty. It is only fitting for a great person like you to perform it; so, carry it out diligently.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that action (Karma) should not be viewed as a burden or something to be shunned. For a person of high character and social standing like Arjuna, performing one's duty is not just a personal choice but a social responsibility. If leaders abandon their duties, society loses its direction. Therefore, one must perform their 'Swadharma' (inherent duty) with dedication and without attachment to the results, setting an example for others.

🎯 Practical Application

One should never evade their responsibilities, even if they seem mundane. For example, a professional should complete their assigned tasks with integrity, recognizing it as their primary duty toward society.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains Krishna's guidance to Arjuna on why performing one's prescribed duties is essential for a noble person.

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