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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 218

कर्मण्यकर्म यः पश्येदकर्मणि च कर्म यः । स बुद्धिमान्मनुष्येषु स युक्तः कृत्स्नकर्मकृत् ॥

म्हणोनि अर्जुना तोचि जाणावा । जो कर्माचां लोटीं न पाविजे विसांवा । आणि अकर्माचां ठावीं न संवावा । कर्माचिया ओढी ॥

"Therefore Arjuna, recognize him alone as wise, who finds no rest (stagnation) in the flood of actions, and is not touched by the pull of actions in the state of inaction."

लोटीं Noun
Loti
प्रवाहामध्ये किंवा ओघात
In the flood or surge
विसांवा Noun
Visanva
विश्रांती किंवा अडकणे
Rest or getting stuck
ठावीं Noun
Thavi
ठिकाणी किंवा स्थितीत
In the place or state
ओढी Noun
Odhi
आकर्षण किंवा ओढ
Pull or attraction
जाणावा Verb
Janava
ओळखावा किंवा समजावा
Should be known

💡 Meaning

Therefore, Arjuna, know him to be the wise one, who is not overwhelmed by the surge of actions and is not pulled by desires even in a state of physical inaction.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj emphasizes that true liberation is not about physical renunciation of work, but about mental detachment. A wise person is one who remains unperturbed even in the midst of intense activity and does not harbor mental cravings for action when physically inactive. This state of 'inaction in action' is the hallmark of a realized soul.

🎯 Practical Application

In professional life, staying calm during a high-pressure deadline and not overthinking about work during your time off is a practical application of this wisdom.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the characteristics of a person who has transcended the bondage of action.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 20

जेणे जेणे मार्गें। थोरु एकु निगे। तोचि लोकू मागे। अनुसरे॥

"Whichever path a great person treads, the common people follow in their footsteps."

जेणे Pronoun
jene
ज्या
by which
मार्गे Noun
marge
रस्त्याने किंवा मार्गाने
by the path
थोरु Adjective
thoru
श्रेष्ठ किंवा मोठी व्यक्ती
great or noble person
निगे Verb
nige
जातो किंवा निघतो
goes or proceeds
लोकू Noun
loku
लोक किंवा समाज
people or society
मागे Adverb
mage
पाठीमागून
behind or following
अनुसरे Verb
anusare
अनुकरण करतो
follows

💡 Meaning

Whichever path a great person takes, the common people follow that same path.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj emphasizes the psychological tendency of the masses to emulate leaders. He suggests that 'greatness' carries a social responsibility. When a person of high stature (a 'Thoru') walks a certain path, that path becomes the standard for the rest of society. This highlights the importance of 'Loka-sangraha' (welfare of the world) through personal example rather than just preaching. It is the Dnyaneshwari commentary on the Gita verse 'Yad yad acharati shresthas'.

🎯 Practical Application

If a CEO practices punctuality and integrity, the employees naturally adopt those values. For example, a teacher's behavior shapes the character of their students.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains why leaders and great people must act righteously, as the masses follow their example.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 233

म्हणौनि तूं पां धनुर्धरा | या कर्मातें न संडवे सर्वथा | परि फळाची आशा सांडूनि | आचरावें || २३३ ||

"Therefore, O Archer, do not ever abandon action; but perform it by renouncing the hope for its fruit."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
धनुर्धरा Noun
Dhanurdhara
अर्जुना (धनुष्य धारण करणाऱ्या)
O Archer (Arjuna)
कर्मातें Noun
Karmate
कर्माचा / कामाचा
To the action / duty
संडवे Verb
Sandave
त्याग करावा / सोडावे
Should abandon
सर्वथा Adverb
Sarvatha
पूर्णपणे / कधीही
In every way / Always
आशा Noun
Aasha
अपेक्षा / इच्छा
Desire / Expectation
आचरावें Verb
Aacharave
आचरण करावे / करावे
Should perform / practice

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, do not abandon your duties at all; instead, perform them while letting go of the desire for the results.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that total renunciation of action is neither possible nor desirable for a seeker. The secret to spiritual liberation lies not in avoiding work, but in transforming the attitude towards work. By surrendering the desire for specific outcomes (Nishkama Karma), one remains untouched by the binding nature of actions. This verse serves as a bridge between worldly duties and spiritual growth.

🎯 Practical Application

A professional should focus on delivering the best quality of work (action) rather than being constantly distracted by thoughts of a promotion or bonus (fruit).

📌 Context

In the context of the Bhagavad Gita's third chapter, Dnyaneshwar Maharaj explains to Arjuna that performing one's duty is essential, but the attachment to the results is what causes bondage.

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