Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कुर्याद अहर अहः शराद्धम अन्नाद्येनॊदकेन वा

Shloka (श्लोक)

कुर्याद अहर अहः शराद्धम अन्नाद्येनॊदकेन वा
पयॊ मूलफलैर वापि पितॄणां परीतिम आहरन

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should offer food and water daily to the ancestors to ensure their satisfaction.

Translations

English Translation

It is prescribed that daily offerings, whether food or water, are made to ancestors. This practice cultivates respect and remembrance for those who have passed on, ensuring their continued blessings and presence in our lives.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह वर्णन किया गया है कि पूर्वजों को प्रतिदिन अन्न या जल का अर्पण किया जाना चाहिए। यह परंपरा उनकी याद में श्रद्धा और सम्मान को बनाए रखती है, जिससे उनके सदा आशीर्वाद एवं उपस्थिति का अनुभव होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka fosters the importance of honoring family heritage and promoting ancestral spirits through acts of remembrance and sustenance.

Meaning

By nurturing connections with ancestors through rituals, individuals invite their energies and blessings into their lives, reinforcing family unity.

Application

Incorporating rituals for ancestors into daily life can enrich one’s spiritual practice and foster a sense of belonging and continuity with one’s roots.