Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः संचिन्तयाम आस शराद्धकल्पं समाहितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः संचिन्तयाम आस शराद्धकल्पं समाहितः
यानि तस्यैव भॊज्यानि मूलाहि च फलानि च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse explains the contemplation of offerings during rituals dedicated to the departed.

Translations

English Translation

The person, deeply engrossed in thought, contemplated the offerings intended for the departed, which included roots and fruits, aiming to honor their memory and adhere to sacred rituals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वह व्यक्ति, ध्यान में गहरे डूबा हुआ, उन भोगों के बारे में विचार करता है जो पूर्वजों के लिए अर्पित किए जाते हैं, जिसमें मूल और फल शामिल होते हैं, ताकि उनके स्मरण में सम्मान किया जा सके और पवित्र अनुष्ठानों का पालन किया जा सके।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the ritual practices and the importance of offering symbolic food to the ancestors.

Meaning

The verse reminds one to reflect on the rituals associated with honoring the deceased, focusing on the significance of the offerings made.

Application

Engaging in remembrance rituals can help preserve familial bonds and cultural traditions in our lives.