Mahabharata Shalya Parva – तथेति सा परतिश्रुत्य तस्मै पाणिं ददौ तदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथेति सा परतिश्रुत्य तस्मै पाणिं ददौ तदा
चक्रे च पाणिग्रहणं तस्यॊद्वाहं च गालविः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes a wedding ceremony where a woman accepts the man’s hand in marriage.

Translations

English Translation

Upon hearing that, she offered her hand to him. Thus, the formal act of accepting the hand was performed, and Galava, the priest, conducted the marital rite following the prescribed rituals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उसने यह सुनकर अपने हाथों से उसे दिया। इस प्रकार, हाथ को स्वीकार करने का औपचारिक कार्य पूरा हुआ, और गालव, साधु ने निर्धारित विधियों का पालन करते हुए विवाह संस्कार को सम्पन्न किया।

Commentary

Context

This verse falls within the Shalya Parva of the Mahabharata, emphasizing the importance of wedding rituals in ancient Indian society.

Meaning

The acceptance of the hand is symbolic, representing the consent and commitment made between partners during marriage.

Application

Understanding this ritual helps modern readers appreciate cultural marriages and the significance of consent in relationships today.