Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – युद्धभागी भवेन मर्त्यः शराद्धं कुर्वंश चतुर्दशीम

Shloka (श्लोक)

युद्धभागी भवेन मर्त्यः शराद्धं कुर्वंश चतुर्दशीम
अमावास्यां तु निवपन सर्वान कामान अवाप्नुयात

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who perform a shraddha on the 14th day acquire all their desires during the new moon.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that the performance of shraddha on the fourteenth day, especially on the new moon (Amavasya), leads to the fulfillment of all wishes and desires. It underscores how rites conducted to honor the dead can yield comprehensive peace and satisfaction in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि चौदहवें दिन श्राद्ध का आयोजन करने से, विशेष रूप से अमावस्या को, सभी इच्छाओं और कामनाओं की पूर्ति होती है। यह जोर देता है कि मृतकों का सम्मान करने के लिए किए गए अनुष्ठान जीवन में पूर्ण शांति और संतोष प्रदान कर सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Anushasana Parva, this verse explores the results of performing shraddha rituals, particularly in relation to personal fulfillment during significant lunar phases.

Meaning

It expresses the belief that executing rituals at these specific moments not only honors ancestors but is also aligned with the idea of manifesting one’s desires in life.

Application

For individuals, participating in this ritual could mean an avenue for achieving their heart’s desires, fostering a connection between the deceased and the community of the living.