Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पितॄणां पुत्रपौत्राणां जञातीनां सुहृदां तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

पितॄणां पुत्रपौत्राणां जञातीनां सुहृदां तथा
गुरूणां चानुपूर्व्येण परेतकार्याणि कारय

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys the duty to perform post-death rituals for fathers, sons, grandsons, relatives, friends, and teachers.

Translations

English Translation

Here, the emphasis is on the importance of conducting proper rituals for departed souls, ensuring that duties towards ancestors and relatives are fulfilled in a manner that respects their memory.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहाँ यह श्लोक मृत आत्माओं के लिए उचित रीतियों के महत्व पर जोर देता है, यह सुनिश्चित करता है कि पूर्वजों और रिश्तेदारों के प्रति उनके स्मरण का सम्मान करते हुए कार्यों को पूरा किया जाए।

Commentary

Context

This reflects the cultural practices urging the survivors to honor their fallen relatives, prevalent in the times of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It instills a sense of responsibility towards family and the departed, emphasizing the collective duty towards spiritual remembrance.

Application

This shloka can inspire individuals to perform rituals for their loved ones, ensuring that their memories are cherished and honored.