Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – केन संकल्पितं शराद्धं कस्मिन काले किम आत्मकम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[य]केन संकल्पितं शराद्धं कस्मिन काले किम आत्मकम
भृग्वङ्गिरसके काले मुनिना कतरेण वा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Inquiry about the formulation of sharadh and its significance.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka questions who established the sharadh rites, at what time and under which circumstances, asking for clarification regarding the practices associated with ancestral offerings as advised by sage Bhrigu and Angirasa.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पूछता है कि शराद्ध अनुष्ठान किसने बनाया, किस समय और किस परिस्थिति में, यह स्पष्टता मांगता है कि पूर्वजों के लिए भृगु और अंगिरस के अनुसार निर्धारित प्रथाओं का क्या महत्व है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emerges from the context of Anushasana Parva, focusing on rituals and their origins, particularly in relation to appeasing ancestors.

Meaning

It reflects the uncertainty around the rituals performed for ancestors and emphasizes the search for authority in spiritual practices.

Application

This encourages individuals to seek knowledge about their rituals, grounding them in understanding and tradition rather than blind adherence.