एकश्लोकी — Word-by-Word Meaning
एकश्लोकी
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
आदि शंकराचार्य का एक-श्लोकीय संवाद, जो आत्मा को उस प्रकाश रूप में इंगित करता है जिससे सब जाना जाता है — "तेरा प्रकाश क्या है? दिन में सूर्य, रात में दीप… और दीप किस प्रकाश से दिखता है? — वही मैं हूँ।"
Origin & History
Source: Ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya
Author: Adi Shankaracharya
Period: Classical
The Eka Shloki is traditionally ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya. A single-verse dialogue by Adi Shankaracharya pointing to the Self as the light by which all is known — "What is your light? The sun by day, the lamp by night… and by what light is the lamp itself seen? — That I am."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Eka Shloki?▼
A single-verse dialogue by Adi Shankaracharya pointing to the Self as the light by which all is known — "What is your light? The sun by day, the lamp by night… and by what light is the lamp itself seen? — That I am."
Who composed it and when is it recited?▼
It is attributed to Adi Shankaracharya (Ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya). It is recited in the morning or evening with devotion, especially on Mondays and during Maha Shivaratri and Shravan.
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