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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 5, Verse 47

जेणे विषयांचेनि नांवे । न विसंवादिजे स्वभावें । जयाचेनि चित्तें न संभवे । द्वैतबुद्धि ॥ ४७ ॥

"He who is naturally unperturbed by sensory objects and whose mind is devoid of the sense of duality."

जेणे Pronoun
Jene
ज्याने / ज्याच्याद्वारे
By whom
विषयांचेनि Noun
Vishayancheni
विषयांच्या (इंद्रिय भोगांच्या)
Of sensory objects
विसंवादिजे Verb
Visanvadije
विचलित होणे किंवा विरोध करणे
To be disturbed or conflicted
स्वभावें Adverb
Swabhave
सहजपणे किंवा स्वभावतः
Naturally
चित्तें Noun
Chitte
मनामध्ये / अंतःकरणात
In the mind
द्वैतबुद्धि Noun
Dwaitabuddhi
भेदभाव करण्याची वृत्ती
Sense of duality

💡 Meaning

One who is naturally undisturbed by the mention of sensory objects and in whose mind the sense of duality never arises.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the state of a liberated soul. Such an individual is naturally unaffected by sensory temptations and worldly attractions. Their mind is completely free from the concept of duality (the distinction between self and others). They perceive the same divine consciousness in every being, leading to a state of perpetual peace and non-discrimination.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, this means practicing inclusivity and treating everyone with equal respect, regardless of their background. For example, helping a colleague without judging their status.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the characteristics of a person who has attained mental equilibrium and sees unity in all things.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 171

म्हणौनि उचित कर्म । जेणें पाविजे स्वधर्म । तें आचरावें सप्रेम । यथाविधी ॥ १७१ ॥

"Therefore, perform the appropriate action by which one attains their duty; practice it with love and according to the rules."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
उचित Adjective
Uchit
योग्य / विहित
Appropriate / Prescribed
स्वधर्म Noun
Swadharma
स्वतःचे कर्तव्य
One's own duty
आचरावें Verb
Aacharave
आचरण करावे / करावे
Should perform / practice
सप्रेम Adverb
Saprem
प्रेमासह / आवडीने
With love / affection
यथाविधी Adverb
Yathavidhi
शास्त्रोक्त पद्धतीने / नियमाप्रमाणे
According to rules / prescribed method

💡 Meaning

Therefore, perform the appropriate actions that fulfill your duty, doing so with love and according to the prescribed rules.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes the performance of 'Swadharma' (one's own duty). He suggests that one should not perform actions mechanically or out of compulsion. Instead, one should embrace their rightful duties with love and follow the prescribed methods. When action is performed with the right attitude and discipline, it becomes a path to spiritual growth rather than a source of attachment. The focus is on the quality and intent behind the action.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, whether you are a student or a professional, do your work with passion and integrity. For example, a doctor treating a patient should do it with genuine care and following medical ethics, not just as a routine job.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the necessity of performing one's prescribed duties with devotion and discipline.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 63

म्हणोनि कर्म सांडिजे । कीं कर्मठ होईजे । हें कांहींच न कीजे । सर्वथा येथ ॥

"Therefore, one should not abandon action, nor should one become a ritualist; neither of these should be done at all."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
सांडिजे Verb
Sandije
सोडावे / त्याग करावा
Should be abandoned
कर्मठ Adjective
Karmatha
केवळ कर्मकांडात गुंतलेला
Ritualistic / Dogmatic
कीजे Verb
Kije
करावे
Should be done
सर्वथा Adverb
Sarvatha
पूर्णपणे / कोणत्याही प्रकारे
In every way / entirely

💡 Meaning

Therefore, one should neither abandon action nor become a rigid ritualist; neither of these paths is recommended here.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj clarifies that neither the total renunciation of action nor becoming a rigid ritualist is the path to liberation. True wisdom lies in performing one's natural duties without attachment. Abandoning action is impossible for a living being, and performing it with ego or greed leads to bondage. The middle path of selfless action is recommended.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, don't quit your job out of frustration, nor work solely for the paycheck. Instead, perform your duties as a service to society. Example: A doctor should treat patients as a duty, not just for fees or by neglecting their responsibility.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the balance between action and renunciation, advising against extreme ritualism or total abandonment of duties.

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