Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सप्तावरान सप्त परान पितॄंस तेभ्यश च ये परे

Shloka (श्लोक)

सप्तावरान सप्त परान पितॄंस तेभ्यश च ये परे
पुमांस तारयते गङ्गां वीक्ष्य सपृष्ट्वावगाह्य च

⚡ Quick Meaning

By immersing in the Ganga, one can liberate their ancestors and themselves.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys the profound belief that through the act of bathing in the Ganga, individuals can not only purify their own souls but also liberate their ancestors, ensuring spiritual salvation for multiple generations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि गंगा में स्नान करने से व्यक्ति अपनी आत्मा को शुद्ध करने के साथ-साथ अपने पूर्वजों को भी मुक्ति दिला सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the powerful cultural belief in the Ganga’s ability to connect the past and present, aiding both the living and the deceased in their spiritual journeys.

Meaning

It signifies a deep-rooted faith in the Ganga as a medium for spiritual liberation, transcending individual existence to encompass familial and ancestral connections.

Application

Many ceremonies and rituals are performed in the Ganga’s waters to honor ancestors, thereby reaffirming the strong familial bonds and the belief in salvation through her blessings.