Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नीत्वा तं यमदूतॊ ऽपि गृहीत्वा शर्मिणं तदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

नीत्वा तं यमदूतॊ ऽपि गृहीत्वा शर्मिणं तदा
ययौ स धर्मराजाय नयवेदयत चापि तम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The Yamaduta, having taken the soul, conveys it to Yama, the king of righteousness.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, it is mentioned that the Yamaduta, after taking the soul, presents it to Yama, thereby following the righteous path. This act demonstrates the profound rituals associated with the transition of the soul post-death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि यमदूत, आत्मा को ले जाने के बाद, उसे धर्मराज यम के समक्ष प्रस्तुत करते हैं, जिससे सत्य का मार्ग अपनाने का प्रदर्शन होता है। यह मृत्यु के बाद आत्मा के संक्रमण से जुड़े गहरे अनुष्ठानों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka provides insight into the workings of Yama’s domain and the protocol followed for souls departing from the earthly realm.

Meaning

It stresses the importance of righteousness and the order maintained in the afterlife, reminding followers of the eternal justice of Yama.

Application

This serves as a reminder to live a life of virtue, as our actions resonate beyond this world into the next.