🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj describes the state of a 'Sthitaprajna' (a person of steady wisdom). When the dualities of attraction (Raga) and repulsion (Dvesha) are eliminated from the heart, the mind becomes pure and stable. Even if the senses (eyes, ears, etc.) interact with their respective objects in the material world, they do so without creating any mental disturbance, ego, or bondage. The senses act naturally according to their properties, but the soul remains untouched by the results of those actions, leading to ultimate peace.

In daily life, practicing equanimity means not being overly excited by success or devastated by failure. For example, a student who studies hard but remains calm regardless of the result is practicing the removal of 'Raga' and 'Dvesha'.

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the state of a person who has conquered the dualities of likes and dislikes, allowing them to interact with the world without mental disturbance.

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that for the intellect to become steady and grow in spiritual wisdom, one must strictly control the senses. Without mastering the senses, the mind remains scattered among worldly distractions. Only through disciplined restraint can one achieve the state of 'Sthitaprajna' (a person of steady wisdom). It is a call to action for seekers to prioritize internal discipline over external sensory gratification.

When trying to focus on a long-term goal, like a career or health, avoiding immediate distractions like junk food or excessive social media is a practical way to apply sense control to stabilize your mind.

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains Lord Krishna's teaching on how controlling the senses leads to a stable and enlightened intellect.

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj elaborates on the psychological truth that the masses follow the elite. A 'Samartha' (a person of influence, wisdom, or power) acts as a role model for the rest of society. Whatever standards they set through their actions, the common people adopt them as the norm. Therefore, a wise person must continue to perform their duties with discipline, not for their own benefit, but to ensure that society does not fall into chaos or inaction by following a wrong example.

In a corporate setting, if a leader practices transparency and punctuality, the employees naturally emulate those traits. For example, a CEO who values work-life balance encourages their team to do the same.

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains how the actions of influential people serve as a benchmark for society.