[A freelance translation of these 108 stanzas from the Dnyaneshwari. The original composition is based on a specific meter which follows a fixed pattern of four semi-sentences. A similar pattern is followed in the translated version as well.]
Signs of true wisdom
(41)
If the divine nectar is flowing abundantly
Incessantly day after day in his own belly
Just tell me, will one ever carry the fear
Of hunger and thirst in his mind?
(42)
Similarly - effortlessly and by its own virtue
When a wise one remains absorbed in contemplating the almighty
As the mind remains blissfully in the heart
Is there a room for anguish?
(43)
The flame remains unwavering
When there is no current of air
His consciousness becomes steady
On its own in the same fashion
(44 - 45)
He does not crave for favourable results
In spite of performing all the duties meticulously
Vows like “I’m a go-getter”, “I’ll make it happen”
Do not ever touch his mind
(46)
One whose Karmic bondage gets shattered
By the fire of wisdom
The wise people call such a person
A true sage
Importance of a spiritual master and a seeker with proper attitude
(47-50)
O Pandava (Arjuna‘s nickname), solicit the sages about the wisdom
By rendering services at their feet
And with a humble attitude
They will of course guide you on the path
Judicious sages are guiding lights on the path leading to the ultimate truth
They are like a mine jam-packed with pearls of wisdom
They are like a deity which represents
Embodiment of peace, prosperity and divine grace
Such realised sages shining with the glory of renunciation
With total contentment and bliss
Confer self realisation upon a capable disciple
Just by a look charged with their divine grace
Once you acquire such a wisdom
Your mind will get rid of all the stupid vows
As a result, O Bharata (Arjuna’s nickname)
You will never get afflicted by egotistical delusions
[To be continued ...]
Signs of true wisdom
(41)
If the divine nectar is flowing abundantly
Incessantly day after day in his own belly
Just tell me, will one ever carry the fear
Of hunger and thirst in his mind?
(42)
Similarly - effortlessly and by its own virtue
When a wise one remains absorbed in contemplating the almighty
As the mind remains blissfully in the heart
Is there a room for anguish?
(43)
The flame remains unwavering
When there is no current of air
His consciousness becomes steady
On its own in the same fashion
(44 - 45)
He does not crave for favourable results
In spite of performing all the duties meticulously
Vows like “I’m a go-getter”, “I’ll make it happen”
Do not ever touch his mind
(46)
One whose Karmic bondage gets shattered
By the fire of wisdom
The wise people call such a person
A true sage
Importance of a spiritual master and a seeker with proper attitude
(47-50)
O Pandava (Arjuna‘s nickname), solicit the sages about the wisdom
By rendering services at their feet
And with a humble attitude
They will of course guide you on the path
Judicious sages are guiding lights on the path leading to the ultimate truth
They are like a mine jam-packed with pearls of wisdom
They are like a deity which represents
Embodiment of peace, prosperity and divine grace
Such realised sages shining with the glory of renunciation
With total contentment and bliss
Confer self realisation upon a capable disciple
Just by a look charged with their divine grace
Once you acquire such a wisdom
Your mind will get rid of all the stupid vows
As a result, O Bharata (Arjuna’s nickname)
You will never get afflicted by egotistical delusions
[To be continued ...]
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