Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – आजेन मासान परीयन्ते पञ्चैव पितरॊ नृप

Shloka (श्लोक)

आजेन मासान परीयन्ते पञ्चैव पितरॊ नृप
वाराहेण तु षण मासान सप्त वै शाकुनेन तु

⚡ Quick Meaning

Five months benefit the ancestors, while others extend to six and seven months based on specific offerings.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka explores how different periods are attributed to the benefits received by ancestors based on varying offerings. It summarizes that ancestors are nourished over five months and further extends depending on certain offerings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि विभिन्न प्रकार के दान के आधार पर पितरों के लिए तृप्ति के महीने अलग-अलग होते हैं। यह बताता है कि पितरों को पाँच महीने का समय प्राप्त होता है, जबकि अन्य प्रकार के दान में यह छह और सात महीने में भी बढ़ सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in a context discussing different durations of offerings to ancestors and their relevance in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes the need for attention to various forms of offerings and how their durations impact the ancestral rites and benefits.

Application

This practically urges followers to recognize the breadth of impact their offerings have on ancestral spirits over extended periods, fostering deep respect and mindfulness.