Shloka 21
Nītisāra: Virtuous Association, Household Dharma, and Kāla (Time) as the Supreme Regulator
एतदादिक्रियायुक्ता सर्वसौ भाग्यवर्धिनी / यस्येदृशी भवेद्भाय्या स देवेन्द्रोन मानुषः
etadādikriyāyuktā sarvasau bhāgyavardhinī / yasyedṛśī bhavedbhāyyā sa devendrona mānuṣaḥ
الزوجة التي تلتزم بهذه الأعمال والطقوس المقرّرة وما شابهها تكون من كل وجه مُنمِّيةً للحظّ السعيد. والرجل الذي تكون له زوجة كهذه ليس مجرّد إنسان؛ بل هو كإندرا بين الناس.
Lord Vishnu (in dialogue to Garuda/Vinatā-putra)
Concept: A wife aligned with prescribed duties and rites becomes a source of sarva-saubhāgya; such a household confers exceptional status.
Vedantic Theme: Karma (right action) performed in dharma generates auspicious results (puṇya) and supports inner refinement.
Application: Treat daily responsibilities and shared rituals as stabilizing practices; recognize and honor contributions that sustain family flourishing.
Primary Rasa: adbhuta
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.108.18-20, 1.108.22 (context: virtues contrasted with faults)
FAQs
This verse presents proper observances and duties as prosperity-enhancing, especially when upheld within the household through disciplined conduct.
Indirectly: it emphasizes dharma and meritorious conduct (kriyā), which the Garuda Purana elsewhere links to favorable post-death outcomes and reduced suffering after death.
Maintain a dhārmic home through shared duties, ethical living, and regular sacred observances; supportive partnership is portrayed as a major source of stability and auspiciousness.