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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. 1, Verse 49

तेणें महाघोषें थोरें । खांचरें आणि शिखरें । दुमदुमिती गहरें । प्रतिध्वनी ॥

"With that great sound, the valleys and mountain peaks resonated with deep echoes."

महाघोषें Noun
Mahaghoshe
मोठ्या आवाजाने
Loud sound
थोरें Adjective
Thore
प्रचंड किंवा मोठ्या
Great or huge
खांचरें Noun
Khanchare
दऱ्या किंवा खोल जागा
Valleys or gorges
शिखरें Noun
Shikhare
पर्वतशिखरे
Mountain peaks
दुमदुमिती Verb
Dumdumiti
घुमू लागले
Resonated
प्रतिध्वनी Noun
Pratidhvani
पडसाद
Echo

💡 Meaning

With that great sound, the valleys and mountain peaks resonated with deep echoes.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the overwhelming impact of the conch shells blown by the Pandavas. The sound was so powerful that it resonated through the valleys and echoed off the mountain peaks. This imagery signifies the immense spiritual and moral strength of the Pandavas, suggesting that their cause is so righteous that even nature responds to their call for battle. It highlights the psychological dominance established by the Pandavas right at the beginning of the war.

🎯 Practical Application

This verse teaches us that when we act with conviction and truth, our presence and actions create a powerful impact on our surroundings. Example: A leader's powerful speech can inspire an entire community, echoing their values and motivating them towards a common goal.

📌 Context

Sanjaya describes the terrifying and magnificent sound of the conchs blown by the Pandava army to King Dhritarashtra.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 182

म्हणोनि तूं अर्जुना । झणीं चित्तीं वाहासी खेदना । जे हे सर्वथा मारिजेना । कल्पांतींही ॥ १८२ ॥

"Therefore, O Arjuna, do not let sorrow enter your mind; for this (soul) is never slain, even at the end of time."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhaṇoni
म्हणून
Therefore
झणीं Adverb
Jhaṇīṃ
मुळीच / चुकूनही
At all / By any means
चित्तीं Noun
Cittīṃ
मनात
In the mind
खेदना Noun
Khedanā
दुःख / शोक
Grief / Sorrow
मारिजेना Verb
Mārijenā
मारले जात नाही
Cannot be killed
कल्पांतींही Noun
Kalpāntīṃhī
युगाच्या शेवटी सुद्धा
Even at the end of the eon

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, do not harbor any grief in your heart; for this soul can never be killed, even at the end of the universe.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes the absolute indestructibility of the Atman (Soul). He advises Arjuna not to harbor even a trace of grief in his heart. The core argument is that while the physical body is subject to birth and death, the soul remains untouched by time. Even during 'Kalpanta'—the dissolution of the entire universe—the soul cannot be destroyed. This realization is meant to liberate Arjuna from the fear of sin and the pain of losing his kinsmen, shifting his focus from the transient body to the eternal truth.

🎯 Practical Application

When dealing with the loss of a loved one or a major life change, reflecting on this verse helps one understand that the essence of life is eternal, providing the strength to move forward without being paralyzed by grief.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the eternal nature of the soul to Arjuna to remove his delusion and grief regarding the upcoming battle.

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