Mahabharata Shanti Parva – उच्छैश चाप्य अवदन रात्रौ नीचैस तत्राग्निर अज्वलत

Shloka (श्लोक)

उच्छैश चाप्य अवदन रात्रौ नीचैस तत्राग्निर अज्वलत
पुत्राः पितॄन अभ्यवदन भार्याश चाभ्यवदन पतीन

⚡ Quick Meaning

During the night, lowly fire was ignited where the sons and wives offered sacrifices.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts a scene where a fire was lit at night, allowing the sons and their wives to offer oblations to their fathers and husbands, respectively. It illustrates the significance of nocturnal rituals in honoring family and lineage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक दृश्य को चित्रित करता है जहाँ रात में एक अग्नि प्रज्वलित की जाती है, जिससे पुत्र और पत्नियाँ अपने पिता और पतियों को बलि अर्पित करते हैं। यह पारिवारिक और वंश के सम्मान में रात्रिकालीन अनुष्ठानों के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This reference in the Shanti Parva underlines the traditional responsibilities of family members in performing ancestral rites, even during the night.

Meaning

The ritual signifies respect and acknowledgment of familial ties through spiritual offerings, highlighting the bond between family members.

Application

One may incorporate the practice of honoring the family legacy and conducting rites that respect both ancestors and living relatives, strengthening familial bonds.