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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 146

म्हणोनि संशयाहुनि थोर । आन नाही पाप घोर । हा विनाशासी थोर । विदारक ॥

"Therefore, there is no sin more terrible than doubt; it is a great and piercing cause of destruction."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
संशयाहुनि Noun
Sanshayahuni
संशयापेक्षा
Than doubt
थोर Adjective
Thor
मोठे किंवा भयंकर
Great or grave
पाप Noun
Paap
पाप किंवा दोष
Sin
विनाशासी Noun
Vinashasi
नाशासाठी
For destruction
विदारक Adjective
Vidarak
भयानक किंवा फाडून टाकणारा
Piercing or destructive

💡 Meaning

Therefore, there is no sin more terrible than doubt. It is a great destroyer that leads to one's complete downfall.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that doubt is the most heinous sin because it acts as a silent destroyer of one's spiritual and worldly progress. While ignorance can be removed by knowledge, a doubting mind refuses to accept the truth even when presented with it. It leads to a total downfall of the individual's character and resolve. The 'piercing' nature of doubt destroys the very foundation of faith required for any achievement.

🎯 Practical Application

To succeed in any endeavor, one must have unwavering faith. For example, if a student doubts their preparation during an exam, they might make mistakes even in known answers. Confidence is the key to overcoming the 'sin' of doubt.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the destructive nature of doubt (Sanshay) which prevents a seeker from attaining knowledge.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 108

म्हणोनि इंद्रियांचा निग्रहो । जयापाशीं आहे पाहो । तोचि प्रज्ञाप्रतिष्ठितु हो । जाणिजे गा ॥ १०८ ॥

"Therefore, he who has mastery over his senses, consider him to be firmly established in wisdom."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
इंद्रियांचा Noun
Indriyancha
ज्ञानेंद्रिये आणि कर्मेंद्रिये यांचा
Of the senses
निग्रहो Noun
Nigraho
संयम किंवा ताबा
Restraint or control
जयापाशीं Pronoun
Jayapashi
ज्याच्या जवळ
With whom
प्रज्ञाप्रतिष्ठितु Adjective
Prajnapratishthitu
ज्याची बुद्धी स्थिर आहे असा
One with steady wisdom
जाणिजे Verb
Janije
ओळखावे किंवा समजावे
Should be known

💡 Meaning

Therefore, know that he who has complete control over his senses is truly a person of steady wisdom.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that true wisdom is anchored in the mastery of one's senses. Just as a tortoise withdraws its limbs into its shell for protection, a person of steady wisdom withdraws their senses from worldly objects. This internal restraint prevents the intellect from being scattered by external desires, leading to a state of spiritual stability and enlightenment. Mastery over the senses is presented as the definitive mark of one who is established in divine consciousness.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, practicing self-discipline against distractions like excessive screen time or unhealthy habits is an application of this verse. Example: Choosing to study for an exam instead of watching a movie despite the urge is a form of sense control.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the characteristics of a person with steady wisdom (Sthitaprajna), focusing on the mastery of senses.

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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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