Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एतदर्थं शुभमते पितरः पिण्ड संज्ञिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एतदर्थं शुभमते पितरः पिण्ड संज्ञिताः
लभन्ते सततं पूजां वृषाकपि वचॊ यथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the significance of performing rituals for the ancestors.

Translations

English Translation

For this reason, the righteous say that ancestors are designated with the name ‘pinda’. They continually receive worship, as spoken by Vrishakapi.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इसी कारण से, धर्मी कहते हैं कि पूर्वजों को ‘पिण्ड’ के नाम से जाना जाता है। जैसे वृषाकपि ने कहा, वे लगातार पूजा प्राप्त करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka focuses on the significance of ancestral rituals in relation to cosmic righteousness.

Meaning

It highlights how certain acts lead to regular remembrance and reverence for the ancestors.

Application

Understanding these rituals encourages individuals to engage in them, fostering a deep connection with lineage.