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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 130

म्हणोनि अर्जुना ऐकें । जो अंतःकरणें निकें । निवांत होऊनि ठाके । आत्मस्वरूपीं ॥ १३० ॥

"Therefore, O Arjuna, listen; he who is pure in heart and stays peacefully in the self."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
ऐकें Verb
Aike
ऐक
Listen
अंतःकरणें Noun
Antahkarane
मनाने किंवा हृदयाने
By heart or mind
निकें Adjective
Nike
शुद्ध किंवा चांगले
Pure or good
निवांत Adjective
Nivanta
शांत
Peaceful
ठाके Verb
Thake
राहतो किंवा स्थिर होतो
Stays or becomes steady
आत्मस्वरूपीं Noun
Atmaswarupi
स्वतःच्या स्वरूपात
In one's own self

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, listen; he who becomes pure in heart and remains peacefully established in his own self is truly wise.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that a person whose heart is pure and free from worldly desires finds absolute peace within the self. Such a person remains undisturbed by external circumstances, anchored in their true nature. This state of being 'Nivanta' (peaceful) in the 'Atmaswarupa' (self) is the mark of true spiritual attainment.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, when faced with chaos, practicing inner silence helps maintain mental balance and clarity. For example, staying calm during a difficult exam helps in recalling answers better than panicking.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna describes the characteristics of a person who has attained steady wisdom and inner peace.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 327

म्हणोनि तूं आतां । झकविजे गा पांडुसुता । हें उचित नव्हे सर्वथा । धनुर्धरा ॥ ३२७ ॥

"Therefore, O son of Pandu, you are deluded now; this is not at all fitting for you, O Archer."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
झकविजे Verb
Zhakavije
भुलणे किंवा गोंधळणे
To be deluded or confused
पांडुसुता Noun
Pandusuta
पांडूचा मुलगा (अर्जुन)
Son of Pandu
उचित Adjective
Uchit
योग्य
Proper or appropriate
सर्वथा Adverb
Sarvatha
पूर्णपणे किंवा कोणत्याही प्रकारे
In every way or entirely
धनुर्धरा Noun
Dhanurdhara
धनुष्य धारण करणारा
Archer

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O son of Pandu, you are being deluded now; this is not at all proper for you, O Archer.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar captures the moment where Lord Krishna firmly corrects Arjuna. He points out that for a warrior of Arjuna's caliber—the son of Pandu and a master archer—succumbing to delusion and hesitation is completely inappropriate. The word 'Zhakavije' suggests being tricked by one's own emotions or ignorance. Krishna emphasizes that such weakness does not align with Arjuna's true nature or his social and moral responsibilities.

🎯 Practical Application

This verse teaches us to stay focused on our responsibilities even when emotions try to sway us. For example, a professional must not let personal biases or temporary fears prevent them from making the right decision for their team.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna addresses Arjuna's sudden emotional breakdown and confusion on the battlefield, urging him to regain his composure.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 230

म्हणौनि समर्थें जे जे कीजे । तें तें लोकीं प्रमाण मानिजे । आणि सामान्येंही अनुष्ठिजे । तेंचि धरुनी ॥

"Therefore, whatever is done by the great, that very thing is accepted as a standard by the world; and common people also practice the same, following their lead."

म्हणौनि Conjunction
Mhaṇouni
म्हणून
Therefore
समर्थें Noun
Samarthēṃ
श्रेष्ठ किंवा सामर्थ्यवान पुरुषाने
By the capable or great person
प्रमाण Noun
Pramāṇa
आदर्श किंवा पुरावा
Standard or authority
अनुष्ठिजे Verb
Anuṣṭhijē
आचरण केले जाते
Is practiced or followed
सामान्येंही Noun
Sāmānyēṃhī
सामान्य लोकांनी सुद्धा
Even by common people

💡 Meaning

Whatever a great person does, the world accepts as a standard, and common people follow that same path.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar highlights the profound impact of a leader's conduct on society. He states that the masses do not necessarily follow abstract rules, but rather the living examples set by 'Samartha' (capable or influential) individuals. Whatever these leaders accept as right and demonstrate through their actions becomes the standard for the common man. This places a heavy moral burden on those in power or positions of respect to act with integrity, as their behavior shapes the collective character of the community.

🎯 Practical Application

In a corporate setting, if a CEO practices transparency and hard work, the employees naturally emulate those values. Example: A parent's honest behavior teaches a child honesty more effectively than any lecture.

📌 Context

Dnyaneshwar Maharaj explains how the actions of great men serve as a blueprint for the rest of society.

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