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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 20

न जायते म्रियते वा कदाचि- न्नायं भूत्वा भविता वा न भूयः । अजो नित्यः शाश्वतोऽयं पुराणो न हन्यते हन्यमाने शरीरे ॥

हा न जाय न ये । नित्य नूतन होये । हा आद्यंतविण आहे । सर्वकाळ ॥ २० ॥

"It neither goes nor comes; it is ever-new. It exists for all time, without beginning or end."

न जाय Verb
na jāya
जन्मत नाही
is not born
न ये Verb
na ye
मरत नाही / येत नाही
does not die / does not go
नित्य Adjective
nitya
कायम / शाश्वत
eternal
नूतन Adjective
nūtana
नवीन
fresh / new
आद्यंतविण Adverb
ādyantaviṇa
सुरुवात आणि शेवटाशिवाय
without beginning or end
सर्वकाळ Adverb
sarvakāḷa
नेहमी
forever

💡 Meaning

This soul is never born and never dies. It is always fresh and exists for all time without a beginning or an end.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the eternal nature of the Soul. Unlike the physical body which undergoes birth, growth, decay, and death, the Soul is 'Ajanma' (unborn) and 'Avinashi' (indestructible). It is described as 'Nitya Nutan' (ever-fresh), meaning it is not affected by the passage of time. It exists beyond the concepts of beginning and end. Even when the body is destroyed, the soul remains untouched.

🎯 Practical Application

Understanding that our true self is eternal helps reduce the fear of death and provides stability during the loss of loved ones. For example, just as we change old clothes for new ones, the soul merely changes bodies, so one should not grieve for the indestructible.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna explains the indestructible nature of the soul to Arjuna, and Saint Dnyaneshwar elaborates on this in Marathi.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 5, Verse 70

जेथ संकल्पाचां पायीं । विरक्तीचीं लेणीं पाही । तो संन्यासी म्हणों येई । जगीं एकु ॥ ७० ॥

जेथ संकल्पाच्या पायी । विरक्तीची लेणी पाही । तो संन्यासी म्हणो येई । जगी एकु ॥ ७० ॥

"Where at the feet of resolve, one sees the ornaments of detachment; he alone may be called a Sanyasi in this world."

संकल्पाचां Noun
Sankalpacham
संकल्पाच्या किंवा इच्छेच्या
Of resolve or intention
विरक्तीचीं Noun
Viraktichim
वैराग्याची किंवा अलिप्ततेची
Of detachment
लेणीं Noun
Lenim
दागिने किंवा अलंकार
Ornaments
संन्यासी Noun
Sanyasi
त्यागी किंवा संन्यासी
Renunciant
जगीं Noun
Jagim
जगामध्ये
In the world

💡 Meaning

One who possesses the ornaments of detachment at the very feet of their resolves is the only true Sanyasi in this world.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar redefines renunciation. He posits that a true Sanyasi is not defined by external appearances but by the presence of detachment (Virakti) at the very root of their intentions (Sankalpa). When a person can observe their own desires without being enslaved by them, they wear the 'ornaments of detachment.' This internal mastery over the mind's impulses is the hallmark of a genuine spiritual seeker in this world.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, practice mental balance. For example, if you plan a career move and it doesn't work out, instead of falling into despair, maintain your composure. This ability to remain detached from the outcome of your desires is the practical application of this verse.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the internal state of a true Sanyasi, emphasizing mental detachment over physical renunciation.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 133

म्हणौनि ज्ञानाचिया आवडी । जेथ नित्य नवी गोडी । तेथें चित्त देईं गा थोडी । अर्जुना तूं ॥ १३३ ॥

"Therefore, with a love for knowledge, where there is ever-new sweetness, O Arjuna, give a little of your mind there."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhanauni
म्हणून
Therefore
ज्ञानाचिया Noun
Jnanachiya
ज्ञानाच्या
Of knowledge
नित्य Adjective
Nitya
सतत / नेहमी
Always / Eternal
गोडी Noun
Godi
गोडवा / आवड
Sweetness / Interest
चित्त Noun
Chitta
मन / लक्ष
Mind / Attention
देईं Verb
Dein
दे
Give

💡 Meaning

Therefore, Arjuna, give a little of your attention to that knowledge which always feels fresh and sweet.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar highlights the unique nature of spiritual wisdom. Unlike worldly pleasures that eventually lead to boredom or saturation, the pursuit of self-knowledge offers a 'new sweetness' at every step. He urges Arjuna to divert at least a small portion of his attention toward this eternal truth, as it is the only path to lasting fulfillment and inner peace.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, dedicate a few minutes to learning something that enriches your soul rather than just your career. Example: Reading a philosophical book for 10 minutes before bed to calm the mind.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar encourages Arjuna to focus on spiritual wisdom, describing it as an ever-refreshing source of joy.

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