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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 2, Verse 365

तस्माद्यस्य महाबाहो निगृहीतानि सर्वशः । इन्द्रियाणीन्द्रियार्थेभ्यस्तस्य प्रज्ञा प्रतिष्ठिता ॥

म्हणोनि तोचि स्थिरप्रज्ञु । जो इंद्रियांसी अजिंक्यु । जयाचा हातु न लगे विषयविषु । तोचि पूर्णु ॥ ३६५ ॥

"Therefore, he alone is of steady wisdom, who is unconquerable by the senses, and who is not touched by the poison of sense-objects; he is perfect."

स्थिरप्रज्ञु Noun
Sthiraprajnu
स्थिर बुद्धी असलेला
One with steady wisdom
अजिंक्यु Adjective
Ajinkyu
ज्याला जिंकता येत नाही असा / विजेता
Unconquerable / Victorious
विषयविषु Noun
Vishayavishu
सांसारिक विषयांचे विष
Poison of sense objects
पूर्णु Adjective
Purnu
परिपूर्ण / सिद्ध
Complete / Perfected
इंद्रियांसी Noun
Indriyansi
इंद्रियांना
To the senses

💡 Meaning

Therefore, he alone is of steady wisdom, who is unconquerable by the senses and who is not touched by the poison of sense-objects; he is truly perfect.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

In this verse, Saint Dnyaneshwar explains that true stability of intellect is achieved only by one who has mastered their senses. He compares worldly pleasures to poison ('Vishaya-visha'), suggesting that just as poison destroys the body, uncontrolled sensory desires destroy spiritual progress. A person who remains untouched by these temptations and keeps their senses withdrawn from their objects is recognized as a 'Purna' or a perfected soul.

🎯 Practical Application

In modern life, practicing restraint against digital distractions or unhealthy cravings is a form of sense control. Example: Choosing to focus on a long-term goal instead of immediate gratification from social media likes.

📌 Context

Saint Dnyaneshwar concludes the description of a Sthitaprajna (a person of steady wisdom) by emphasizing sense control.

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Dnyaneshwari Ch. 3, Verse 24

म्हणोनि समर्थें विशेषें । आचरावें लागे तैसें । जेणें मार्गे लोकें । चालावें गा ॥ २४ ॥

"Therefore, the capable ones must act in a manner that sets a path for common people to follow."

म्हणोनि Conjunction
Mhaṇoni
म्हणून
Therefore
समर्थें Noun
Samarthēṃ
सामर्थ्यवान किंवा श्रेष्ठ व्यक्तीने
By a capable or great person
विशेषें Adverb
Viśēṣēṃ
विशेष करून
Specially
आचरावें Verb
Ācarāvēṃ
आचरण करावे
Should practice
मार्गे Noun
Mārgē
मार्गाने
By the path
लोकें Noun
Lōkēṃ
लोकांनी
By the people

💡 Meaning

Therefore, a capable person should act in such a way that the common people can follow that path.

🔍 Deep Interpretation

Dnyaneshwar Maharaj emphasizes that leaders and influential figures carry a heavy social responsibility. Since the masses tend to follow the footsteps of the 'Great' (Samartha), any lapse in their conduct could mislead society. Thus, for the sake of social order and guidance, realized souls or leaders must continue to perform their duties with perfection, even if they have no personal gain from it.

🎯 Practical Application

A leader's behavior sets the standard for the team. For instance, if a CEO practices transparency and punctuality, the employees are likely to be honest and disciplined as well.

📌 Context

Shri Krishna, through Saint Dnyaneshwar, explains why leaders and realized souls must continue to perform their duties to set a standard for society.

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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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