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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 385

विहाय कामान्यः सर्वान्पुमांश्चरति निःस्पृहः । निर्ममो निरहंकारः स शांतिमधिगच्छति ॥

जयाचिया अंतःकरणीं । विषयांची नाही आठवणी । तोचि जाणावा जगीं या । स्थितप्रज्ञु ॥

"In whose heart there is no memory of sense-objects, know him alone to be a Sthitaprajna in this world."

जयाचिया Pronoun
Jayachiya
ज्याच्या
Whose
अंतःकरणीं Noun
Antahkarni
मनात
In the heart or mind
विषयांची Noun
Vishayanchi
इंद्रियभोगांची
Of sense objects
आठवणी Noun
Aathvani
स्मरण
Memory or remembrance
जाणावा Verb
Janava
ओळखावा
Should be known
स्थितप्रज्ञु Noun
Sthitaprajnu
स्थिर बुद्धीचा
One with steady wisdom

💡 Meaning

One in whose heart there is no longer even a memory of sense objects should be recognized as a person of steady wisdom in this world.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that true spiritual stability is reached only when the subconscious mind is free from the residues of worldly desires. It is not enough to physically distance oneself from objects of pleasure; the mental 'memory' or craving for them must vanish. Only such a person, whose intellect is unshakeable and heart is void of attachment, is truly wise.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, true discipline is achieved when you are no longer tempted by a habit even in your thoughts, rather than just avoiding it due to lack of opportunity.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the ultimate state of a Sthitaprajna (a person of steady wisdom) who has transcended all mental desires.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 5, Verse 51

म्हणोनि बाह्य हे विषय । सांडूनि जे निःसंशय । अंतरीं सुख अतिशय । भोगिती पैं ॥

"Therefore, renouncing these external objects, those who undoubtedly enjoy extreme bliss within themselves."

बाह्य Adjective
Bahya
बाहेरील
External
विषय Noun
Vishaya
इंद्रियांचे भोग
Sensory objects
सांडूनि Verb
Sanduni
त्याग करून
Renouncing
निःसंशय Adverb
Nihsanshaya
शंका न ठेवता
Without doubt
अंतरीं Noun
Antari
मनामध्ये
Within the self
अतिशय Adjective
Atishaya
खूप जास्त
Extreme

💡 Meaning

Therefore, those who renounce external sensory objects and experience supreme bliss within themselves without any doubt are the ones who truly enjoy life.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that true, lasting happiness is not found in the external world of sensory objects, which are temporary and often lead to distress. A seeker who renounces these external cravings and turns their attention inward experiences a profound, doubt-free bliss that originates from the Atman (Self). This internal joy is self-sustaining and superior to any worldly pleasure because it does not depend on external circumstances.

🎯 Practical Application

Instead of seeking validation or happiness from social media or material possessions, practice self-reflection. Example: Spending 10 minutes in silent meditation daily helps you find a sense of peace that external entertainment cannot provide.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar describes the state of a yogi who finds supreme bliss within the self by detaching from external sensory pleasures.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 54

किं कर्म किमकर्मेति कवयोऽप्यत्र मोहिताः । तत्ते कर्म प्रवक्ष्यामि यज्ज्ञात्वा मोक्ष्यसेऽशुभात् ॥

म्हणौनि कर्माचें लक्षण । न कळेचि सज्ञान । जेथें मोह पावले जाण । कवीश्वरही ॥ ५४ ॥

"Therefore, the nature of action is not understood even by the wise; even great scholars are deluded here."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhanauni
म्हणून
Therefore
लक्षण Noun
Lakshana
स्वरूप किंवा वैशिष्ट्य
Nature or Characteristic
सज्ञान Adjective
Sajnyana
ज्ञानी किंवा समजदार
Wise or Knowledgeable
मोह Noun
Moha
भ्रम किंवा गोंधळ
Delusion or Confusion
कवीश्वर Noun
Kavishvara
मोठे विद्वान किंवा पंडित
Great scholars or Sages

💡 Meaning

Therefore, the true nature of action is not understood even by the wise; even great scholars are deluded in this matter.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes the complexity of understanding 'Karma'. Even the most learned scholars and sages find it difficult to distinguish between what truly constitutes an action and what is inaction. The outward appearance of an act does not define its karmic value; rather, it is the internal state of mind and the absence of ego that matters. Misunderstanding this leads to bondage, while true knowledge of action leads to liberation.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, focus on the intent behind your actions rather than just the physical task. For example, helping someone to show off is different from helping out of genuine compassion. Understanding this distinction helps in spiritual growth and mental peace.

📌 Context

Shri Krishna explains the complexity of action (Karma) and inaction (Akarma) to Arjuna, which Dnyaneshwar Maharaj elaborates upon in this Ovi.

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