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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 157

म्हणोनि संशयाहूनि थोर । आन पातक नाहीं घोर । हा विनाशासी थोर । विवरु असे ॥

"Therefore, there is no sin greater than doubt; it is a wide opening for destruction."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
संशयाहूनि Noun
Sanshayahuni
संशयापेक्षा
Than doubt
थोर Adjective
Thor
मोठे
Great / Big
पातक Noun
Patak
पाप
Sin
घोर Adjective
Ghor
भयानक
Terrible / Grave
विवरु Noun
Vivaru
खड्डा किंवा छिद्र
Pit or Opening
असे Verb
Ase
आहे
Is

💡 Meaning

Therefore, there is no sin more terrible than doubt. It is a great pit that leads to destruction.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that doubt (Sanshay) is the most significant impediment to both spiritual and worldly progress. He describes doubt as a 'ghor patak' (terrible sin) because it paralyzes action, clouds judgment, and destroys faith. Just as a deep pit or a wide opening in the ground can lead to a fatal fall, doubt leads to the destruction of one's peace, purpose, and eventual liberation. For a seeker of truth, overcoming doubt through faith and knowledge is essential.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, doubting your own potential or the path you have chosen leads to failure. For example, if a student doubts their preparation despite studying hard, they may perform poorly due to anxiety and lack of focus. Trusting oneself and the process is key to success.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the destructive nature of doubt and how it acts as a barrier to spiritual realization.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 5, Verse 69

जेथें अर्जुना हें संन्यासपण । तेंचि योगु जाण । म्हणूनि दोन्ही एकचि हें प्रमाण । मानिजे गा ॥

"Where there is this Sanyasa, O Arjuna, know that to be Yoga itself; therefore, let both be regarded as one."

संन्यासपण Noun
Sanyaspan
संन्यासाची वृत्ती किंवा त्याग
State of renunciation
योगु Noun
Yogu
कर्मयोग किंवा ईश्वराशी जोडले जाणे
Path of selfless action
प्रमाण Noun
Praman
सत्य किंवा पुरावा
Truth or standard
मानिजे Verb
Manije
मानले पाहिजे किंवा समजावे
Should be considered
दोन्ही Adjective
Donhi
दोन्हीही (संन्यास आणि योग)
Both

💡 Meaning

O Arjuna, know that what is called Sanyasa is the same as Yoga. Therefore, consider both of them to be one and the same truth.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that Sanyasa (renunciation) and Yoga (selfless action) are not distinct paths but two sides of the same coin. A true Sanyasi is one who has renounced the ego, and a true Yogi is one who performs actions without attachment to the fruits. The ultimate realization in both is the same—the dissolution of the 'I' sense and union with the Divine. He urges Arjuna to look beyond the external differences and see the internal oneness of these paths.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, performing your duties without being attached to the results is the practical application of this verse. For example, a professional completing a project with full dedication for the sake of excellence, rather than just for a promotion, practices the essence of both Sanyasa and Yoga.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the fundamental unity between the path of renunciation (Sanyasa) and the path of selfless action (Yoga).

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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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