Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – तथा परशंसते दीपान यमः पितृहितेप्सया

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथा परशंसते दीपान यमः पितृहितेप्सया
तस्माद दीपप्रदॊ नित्यं संतारयति वै पितॄन

⚡ Quick Meaning

Yama praises the lamps that are offered for ancestral welfare, highlighting their significance.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes the importance of lighting lamps as a form of offering to ancestors, showcasing Yama’s praise for such acts and their spiritual significance for the deceased.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन दीपों के महत्व को दर्शाता है जो पूर्वजों के कल्याण के लिए अर्पित किए जाते हैं, यम के ऐसे कार्यों की प्रशंसा और मृतकों के लिए उनका आध्यात्मिक महत्व उजागर करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Set in the Anushasana Parva, this verse highlights the rituals connected to honoring ancestors and their impact on the living.

Meaning

It signifies the connection between the living and the dead through acts of devotion, emphasizing the role of light in honoring past lives.

Application

This teaches us to perform rituals of remembrance and honor, reinforcing connections with our ancestors and their legacies.