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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 336

म्हणोनि तूं आतां । झकविजे गा पांडुसुता । या कर्मातें सर्वथा । न संडीं पां ॥ ३३६ ॥

"Therefore, O son of Pandu, do not be deluded; do not abandon this duty at all."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
झकविजे Verb
Zhakavije
भुलणे किंवा गोंधळणे
To be deluded or confused
पांडुसुता Noun
Pandusuta
पांडूचा मुलगा (अर्जुन)
Son of Pandu (Arjuna)
कर्मातें Noun
Karmate
कर्तव्याला / कर्माला
To the duty / action
सर्वथा Adverb
Sarvatha
पूर्णपणे / कोणत्याही प्रकारे
In every way / entirely
संडीं Verb
Sandi
टाकू नकोस / सोडू नकोस
Do not abandon / do not leave

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, do not be deluded now, and do not abandon your duty at any cost.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse of Dnyaneshwari, Saint Dnyaneshwar interprets Krishna's call to action. He urges Arjuna (Pandusuta) not to be misled by temporary emotions or confusion. The term 'Zhakavije' refers to being deluded by the illusion of 'mine' and 'thine'. The core message is that one must never abandon their 'Swadharma' (inherent duty), as performing one's duty is the highest form of worship and the only way to maintain social and spiritual order.

🎯 Practical Application

In professional life, one should not resign or run away from responsibilities during a crisis. Example: A leader must stay and guide their team through a difficult phase rather than abandoning the project due to stress.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna encourages Arjuna to perform his duty as a warrior without being swayed by delusion.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 1, Verse 62

तैसे ते कुरुक्षेत्र । जे धर्माचे पवित्र । जेथ आले आहेत विचित्र । दोन्ही दळें ॥ ६२ ॥

"In that manner, at Kurukshetra, the sacred land of Dharma, two diverse armies have assembled."

कुरुक्षेत्र Noun
Kurukshetra
कुरुक्षेत्र (युद्धभूमी)
The battlefield of Kurukshetra
पवित्र Adjective
Pavitra
पावन किंवा शुद्ध
Holy or Sacred
विचित्र Adjective
Vichitra
विलक्षण किंवा विविध प्रकारची
Strange or Diverse
दळें Noun
Dale
सैन्य किंवा फौजा
Armies
धर्माचे Noun
Dharmache
धर्माचे किंवा कर्तव्याचे
Of Righteousness

💡 Meaning

In that way, on the holy land of Kurukshetra, which is the abode of Dharma, two diverse armies have gathered.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar describes Kurukshetra as a sacred land of Dharma. He highlights that two distinct and diverse armies (the Kauravas and the Pandavas) have gathered there. The use of the word 'Vichitra' (strange/diverse) signifies the contrasting natures of the two forces—one representing unrighteousness and the other representing righteousness. This sets the stage for the spiritual discourse of the Bhagavad Gita within the Dnyaneshwari.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, we often face situations that are like 'Kurukshetra'—a conflict between right and wrong. This verse reminds us to recognize the sanctity of our choices and align ourselves with Dharma (righteousness).

📌 Context

Sanjaya describes the scene at Kurukshetra to King Dhritarashtra, emphasizing the sacred nature of the battlefield.

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