Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – दवौ मासौ तु भवेत तृप्तिर मत्स्यैः पितृगणस्य ह

Shloka (श्लोक)

दवौ मासौ तु भवेत तृप्तिर मत्स्यैः पितृगणस्य ह
तरीन मासान आविकेनाहुश चातुर्मास्यं शशेन तु

⚡ Quick Meaning

In two months, the ancestors find satisfaction through specific offerings, while others connect through a four-month period.

Translations

English Translation

This verse indicates that offerings made over a period of two months fulfill the ancestors and highlights a time frame of four months for certain practices. It emphasizes the differing durations of satisfaction for ancestors during Shraddha.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि पितरों की तृप्ति के लिए दो महीने का समय पर्याप्त है, जबकि अन्य अनुष्ठानों के लिए चार महीने का महत्व है। यह श्राद्ध में पितृ तृप्ति के समय के विभिन्न पहलुओं को दिखाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated within the broader context of the significance of varied timeframes in fulfilling ancestral offerings as detailed in Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It conveys the concept that the satisfaction of ancestral spirits can vary widely based on the type and duration of offerings made during rituals, emphasizing a personalized approach.

Application

This invites individuals to consider the temporal aspects of their rituals, ensuring that they honor their ancestors thoughtfully and reflectively.