Division Between the Divine and the Demoniacal - 16 - 03

The Shloka

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तेजः क्षमा धृतिः शौचमद्रोहो नातिमानिता ।

भवन्ति सम्पदं दैवीमभिजातस्य भारत ॥

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tejaḥ kṣamā dhṛtiḥ śaucamadroho nātimānitā ।

bhavanti sampadaṁ daivīmabhijātasya bhārata ॥

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Meaning / Summary

The shloka is significant because it provides a list of qualities that indicate a divine disposition, guiding individuals towards self-improvement and spiritual growth. By recognizing and cultivating these virtues, one can progress on the path to realizing their true nature and connecting with the divine. The address to ‘Bharat’ reminds the listener (or reader) of the importance of upholding dharma and living a virtuous life.

Radiance, forgiveness, fortitude, purity, absence of malice, and absence of excessive pride—these qualities belong to one born with divine traits, O Bharat.

This shloka outlines several virtues—radiance, forgiveness, fortitude, purity, non-enmity, and humility—as qualities inherent in those born with divine attributes.

This verse details some of the qualities that characterize individuals possessing divine natures. These qualities encompass inner strength (radiance or vigor), the ability to forgive (forgiveness), steadfastness and resilience (fortitude), purity of mind and body (purity), freedom from ill-will (absence of malice), and humility (absence of excessive pride). The verse emphasizes that these are inherent characteristics of those destined for spiritual progress and divine realization. ‘Bharat’ is a term used to address Arjuna, reminding him of his noble lineage and encouraging him to cultivate these virtues.

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तेजः क्षमा धृतिः शौचम्

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Meaning

Radiance, forgiveness, fortitude, purity,

Meaning of Words

तेजः	tejaḥ
Radiance, vigor, energy, brilliance This refers to an inner strength or spiritual power that manifests as a radiant aura. It also denotes vigor, energy, and brilliance, reflecting inner luminosity and power.
क्षमा	kṣamā
Forgiveness, patience, tolerance This refers to the ability to forgive offenses or wrongdoings, demonstrating patience and tolerance towards others’ mistakes. It indicates a large-heartedness and a lack of vengefulness.
धृतिः	dhṛtiḥ
Fortitude, firmness, steadfastness, courage This signifies the ability to remain firm and steadfast in the face of adversity. It denotes courage, determination, and resilience in upholding principles and values even when challenged.
शौचम्	śaucam
Purity, cleanliness This refers to both inner and outer purity. It encompasses cleanliness of the body and mind, as well as purity of thoughts, words, and actions. This contributes to a sense of well-being and spiritual clarity.

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अद्रोहो नातिमानिता

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Meaning

absence of malice, and absence of excessive pride,

Meaning of Words

अद्रोहो	adroho
Absence of malice, non-enmity This refers to being free from ill-will, spite, or animosity towards others. It signifies a benevolent attitude and a lack of desire to harm or injure others.
नातिमानिता	nātimānitā
Absence of excessive pride, humility This indicates a lack of arrogance or conceit. It signifies humility and a realistic assessment of one’s own abilities and importance. Not being excessively proud is essential for learning and growth.

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भवन्ति सम्पदं दैवीमभिजातस्य भारत ॥

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Meaning

belong to one born with divine traits, O Bharat.

Meaning of Words

भवन्ति	bhavanti
They are, they become This indicates that the qualities listed previously exist or manifest in individuals with a divine nature.
सम्पदं	sampadaṁ
Wealth, qualities, virtues This refers to the collection of qualities, virtues, or characteristics.
दैवीम्	daivīm
Divine This indicates that the wealth or qualities are of a divine or godly nature, indicative of a higher spiritual potential.
अभिजातस्य	abhijātasya
Of one who is born, of the noble born This signifies someone who is born with noble or divine qualities, possessing a natural inclination towards virtuous behavior.
भारत	bhārata
O Bharat (Arjuna) This is an address to Arjuna. ‘Bharat’ is a name of India and is also used to denote descendants of King Bharata. Addressing Arjuna as ‘Bharat’ reminds him of his noble lineage and his duty to uphold dharma.

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