Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तयक्तॊ माता पितृभ्यां यः सवर्णं परतिपद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

[त]तयक्तॊ माता पितृभ्यां यः सवर्णं परतिपद्यते
तद गॊत्र वर्णतस तस्य कुर्यात संस्कारम अच्युत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the rituals for someone who abandons their mother and father.

Translations

English Translation

If someone renounces their parental ties and accepts a new affiliation (like matrimony), they should still undergo the necessary rituals corresponding to their new lineage or caste to ensure proper adherence to duties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि कोई अपने माता-पिता के संबंधों को छोड़ता है और नए संबंध को स्वीकार करता है, तो उसे अपने नए गोत्र या वर्ण के अनुसार उचित संस्कारों का पालन करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka discusses the implications of abandoning familial ties and how one is expected to follow rituals aligned with new affiliations.

Meaning

The emphasis here is on fulfilling obligations and rituals tied to one’s new identity, regardless of previous relationships.

Application

In modern life, this highlights the idea of being accountable to new roles and responsibilities one takes on, fostering commitments beyond traditional ties.