Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – पितृभक्तॊ माघमासम एकभक्तेन यः कषपेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

पितृभक्तॊ माघमासम एकभक्तेन यः कषपेत
शरीमत कुले जञातिमध्ये स महत्त्वं परपद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who dedicates a month of Magha to ancestral worship attains greatness among relatives.

Translations

English Translation

Those who perform a single devoted act of worship to their ancestors during the month of Magha elevate their status within their family and among their kin. This ritual emphasizes the importance of honoring one’s forebears, which is a value deeply embedded in cultural traditions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति माघ महीने में अपने पूर्वजों की पूजा केवल एक बार एकाग्रता से करता है, वह अपने परिवार में और रिश्तेदारों में महानता प्राप्त करता है। यह अनुष्ठान अपने पूर्वजों को सम्मान देने के महत्व को दर्शाता है, जो सांस्कृतिक परंपराओं में गहराई से निहित है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from Anushasana Parva highlights the spiritual significance of performing rites for ancestors during specific months. It emphasizes the consequences of such practices on kinship.

Meaning

The shloka conveys the message that dedicating oneself to ancestral worship can lead to social elevation and respect within one’s community.

Application

In contemporary times, this shloka encourages individuals to maintain connections with family traditions while honoring their ancestors, thereby fostering unity and respect among family members.