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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 5, Verse 27

जेणें विषयांचें नांव न घेइजे । आणि इंद्रियांसीं नियमिजे । तें सांख्य ह्मणूनि जाणिजे । अर्जुना पां ॥ २७ ॥

"That path where sense-objects are not even named, and the senses are controlled, know that to be Sankhya, O Arjuna."

विषयांचें Noun
Viṣayāñcēṃ
इंद्रियांच्या भोगांचे
of sense objects
नांव Noun
Nāṃva
नाव किंवा उल्लेख
name or mention
न घेइजे Verb
Na ghē'ijē
घेतले जात नाही
is not taken
इंद्रियांसीं Noun
Indriyānsīṃ
इंद्रियांना
to the senses
नियमिजे Verb
Niyamijē
संयमित केले जाते
is regulated/controlled
जाणिजे Verb
Jāṇijē
ओळखावे किंवा समजावे
should be known

💡 Meaning

That path in which the name of sense objects is not even mentioned and the senses are strictly controlled is known as Sankhya, O Arjuna.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj defines the essence of Sankhya Yoga. It is a state of consciousness where the seeker has transcended the desire for worldly pleasures to such an extent that even the thought of them does not arise. By employing discrimination (Viveka), the seeker regulates the senses and directs the mind inward. This internal discipline is the hallmark of a true Sankhya yogi.

🎯 Practical Application

In modern life, practicing a 'digital detox' by consciously avoiding the urge to check social media notifications to focus on meaningful work is a practical application of this principle.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the characteristics of the path of knowledge (Sankhya) and the necessity of sense control.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 198

म्हणौनि इंद्रियांतें जिणावें । मग मन स्थिरावेल स्वभावें । आणि आत्मबोधीं व्हावें । पात्रु गा तूं ॥ १९८ ॥

म्हणून तू इंद्रियांना जिंकावे, मग मन सहजपणे स्थिर होईल आणि तू आत्मज्ञानासाठी पात्र होशील.

"Therefore, conquer the senses; then the mind will naturally become steady, and you will become worthy of self-knowledge."

इंद्रियांतें Noun
indriyāntē
इंद्रियांना
to the senses
जिणावें Verb
jiṇāvē
जिंकावे
should conquer
स्थिरावेल Verb
sthirāvēla
स्थिर होईल
will become steady
स्वभावें Adverb
svabhāvē
सहजपणे
naturally
आत्मबोधीं Noun
ātmabōdhīṃ
आत्मज्ञानासाठी
for self-realization
पात्रु Adjective
pātru
लायक किंवा पात्र
worthy or eligible

💡 Meaning

Therefore, conquer your senses; then your mind will naturally become steady, and you will become worthy of self-realization.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that mastery over the senses is the foundation for mental stability. When the senses are controlled, the mind naturally ceases its restless wandering toward external objects and becomes calm. This state of mental stillness is the essential qualification for receiving 'Atma-bodh' (Self-knowledge). Without this discipline, the mind remains a slave to external stimuli, preventing any deep spiritual realization. Only a steady mind can reflect the truth of the Self.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, practicing self-discipline—such as limiting distractions to focus on a specific task—helps build the mental strength needed for higher achievements and inner peace.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the necessity of sense control as a prerequisite for mental stability and spiritual enlightenment.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 83

जैसा शरत्काळींचा चंद्रु । पूर्णकळा सोज्ज्वरु । तैसा सात्त्विकु हा विचारु । मानसीं बिंबे ॥

"As the autumn moon shines in its full glory and purity, so does the Sattvic wisdom reflect in the mind."

शरत्काळींचा Adjective
Sharatkalincha
शरद ऋतूतील
Of the autumn season
चंद्रु Noun
Chandru
चंद्र
Moon
पूर्णकळा Adjective
Purnakala
पूर्ण कलांनी युक्त
Full of all phases
सोज्ज्वरु Adjective
Sojjwaru
अत्यंत तेजस्वी किंवा स्वच्छ
Bright and pure
सात्त्विकु Adjective
Sattviku
शुद्ध किंवा सत्वगुणी
Pure or virtuous
मानसीं Noun
Manasi
मनात
In the mind
बिंबे Verb
Bimbe
प्रतिबिंबित होतो किंवा प्रकाशतो
Reflects or shines

💡 Meaning

Just as the full moon of the autumn season is bright and pure, so does the Sattvic thought shine clearly in the mind.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

Saint Dnyaneshwar uses the beautiful metaphor of the autumn moon to describe the clarity of a pure mind. During the autumn season, the sky is clear of clouds, allowing the full moon to shine with its maximum brilliance and soothing light. Similarly, when a seeker's mind becomes free from the 'clouds' of desire and agitation, the light of Sattvic (pure) wisdom reflects perfectly within. This inner light brings peace and removes the darkness of ignorance.

🎯 Practical Application

Cultivating a calm mind allows for clear thinking. For example, when faced with a complex problem at work, taking a moment to clear your mind of stress helps you see the solution more clearly, much like a bright moon in a clear sky.

📌 Context

In this section of the Dnyaneshwari, Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the state of a person who has attained mental stability and clarity through Sattva Guna.

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