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🕉️Sanskrit Subhashit

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 150

म्हणोनि अर्जुना पाहीं । या बुद्धीसारिखें कांहीं । पवित्र दुजें नाहीं । तिहीं लोकीं ॥ १५० ॥

"Therefore, O Arjuna, see; there is nothing as holy as this wisdom in the three worlds."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhaṇōni
म्हणून
Therefore
पाहीं Verb
Pāhīṃ
पहा किंवा लक्षात घे
See or observe
बुद्धीसारिखें Noun
Buddhīsārikhēṃ
बुद्धीप्रमाणे
Like the intellect/wisdom
पवित्र Adjective
Pavitra
शुद्ध किंवा पावन
Pure or sacred
दुजें Adjective
Dujēṃ
दुसरे
Second or other
तिहीं लोकीं Noun
Tihīṃ lōkīṃ
तिन्ही जगात
In the three worlds

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, observe that there is nothing as pure as this spiritual wisdom in all the three worlds.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes the supreme purity of spiritual intellect (Buddhi). He asserts that in all the three realms of existence (Earth, Heaven, and the Underworld), there is nothing as sanctifying as the wisdom that leads to self-realization. This 'Buddhi' is not just worldly intelligence but the refined discernment that distinguishes between the eternal soul and the transient body, acting as the ultimate purifier of the human soul.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, prioritize gaining clarity and wisdom over material gains. For example, when faced with a difficult choice, instead of acting on impulse, use your inner discernment to choose the path that is ethically right and beneficial for long-term peace.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar explains the unparalleled purity of spiritual wisdom (Buddhi) to Arjuna during the discourse on the stable intellect.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 4, Verse 144

म्हणोनि द्रव्यमया यज्ञा। हूनि ज्ञानयज्ञु पैं सुज्ञा। श्रेष्ठु हा जाणा। सर्वकाळ॥

"Therefore, the sacrifice of knowledge is superior to the sacrifice of material objects, O wise one; know this to be true for all time."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
द्रव्यमया Adjective
Dravyamaya
भौतिक वस्तूंचा किंवा संपत्तीचा
Material or wealth-based
ज्ञानयज्ञु Noun
Jnana-yajna
ज्ञानाचा यज्ञ
Sacrifice of knowledge
सुज्ञा Noun
Sujnya
हे सुजाण/शहाण्या अर्जुना
O wise one
श्रेष्ठु Adjective
Shreshthu
उत्तम किंवा थोर
Superior or excellent
सर्वकाळ Adverb
Sarvakal
नेहमी किंवा सर्व वेळी
Always or for all time

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O wise one, know that the sacrifice of knowledge is always superior to the sacrifice of material objects.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

Saint Dnyaneshwar emphasizes that while material sacrifices involve physical resources and external rituals, the sacrifice of knowledge involves the intellect and leads to self-realization. Material rituals are finite and often lead to temporary rewards, whereas knowledge (Jnana) burns away the bonds of Karma and leads to liberation. All actions and sacrifices ultimately find their fulfillment in the attainment of divine knowledge.

🎯 Practical Application

In daily life, prioritize understanding the 'why' and 'how' over just performing tasks mechanically. For example, understanding the principles of a healthy lifestyle is more beneficial than blindly following a diet plan without knowing its purpose.

📌 Context

In this verse, Shri Krishna (through Dnyaneshwar Maharaj's commentary) explains why the sacrifice of knowledge is superior to material rituals.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 311

म्हणोनि तूं आतां । झकविजे नको भ्रांता । सांडूनि हे चिंता । झुंझसी वेगा ॥ ३११ ॥

"Therefore, do not be deceived now, O deluded one; casting aside this worry, fight quickly."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhanoni
म्हणून
Therefore
झकविजे Verb
Jhakavije
फसवले जाणे किंवा भ्रमात पडणे
To be deluded or deceived
भ्रांता Noun
Bhranta
भ्रमित झालेला
One who is confused
सांडूनि Verb
Sanduni
त्याग करून किंवा सोडून
Having abandoned
चिंता Noun
Chinta
काळजी
Anxiety or worry
झुंझसी Verb
Jhunjhasi
युद्ध कर
Fight
वेगा Adverb
Vega
त्वरित किंवा वेगाने
Quickly

💡 Meaning

Therefore, O Arjuna, do not be deluded now. Cast away this anxiety and engage in the battle quickly.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar articulates Krishna's final push to Arjuna to overcome his hesitation. The term 'Jhakavije' suggests that Arjuna is being deceived by his own emotions and false sense of attachment. Krishna advises him that 'Chinta' (worry) is an obstacle to 'Dharma' (duty). By telling him to fight 'quickly', Krishna emphasizes that once the truth of the soul is understood, there should be no delay in taking righteous action. It is a call to move from paralysis of analysis to decisive action.

🎯 Practical Application

When faced with a difficult decision or a daunting task, one should stop overthinking and focus on the immediate duty. Example: A student feeling overwhelmed by exams should stop worrying about the results and start studying diligently.

📌 Context

Lord Krishna urges Arjuna to abandon his mental confusion and perform his righteous duty as a warrior.

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