Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – संकरॊ नरकायैव कुलघ्नानां कुलस्य च

Shloka (श्लोक)

संकरॊ नरकायैव कुलघ्नानां कुलस्य च
पतन्ति पितरॊ हय एषां लुप्तपिण्डॊदकक्रियाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The offspring of those who destroy their families are destined for hell, and their ancestors suffer due to their actions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the dire consequences faced by families that engage in actions leading to their downfall. Their descendants are condemned, and the rituals essential for honoring their ancestors are lost, leading to a cycle of suffering.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन परिवारों के सामने आने वाले गंभीर परिणामों को उजागर करता है जो अपने पतन के कारण बनने वाले कार्यों में संलग्न होते हैं। उनके वंश को श्राप देकर, और अपने पूर्वजों की इज्जत के लिए जरूरी अनुष्ठान खो जाते हैं, जिससे दुख का चक्र पैदा होता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Bhishma Parva, this verse illustrates the heavy consequences of familial destruction amidst the backdrop of the great war.

Meaning

It warns of the spiritual penalties that befall families engaged in destructive actions, affecting both the living and the dead.

Application

This serves as a vital reminder of our responsibilities towards our family lineage and the repercussions of our choices on future generations.