Shloka 33
Āhnika-Dharma: Dawn Purification, Sandhyā-Upāsanā, Tarpana, Pañca-Mahāyajñas, and Aśauca Rules
प्राप्यानुज्ञां विशेषेण जुहुयाद्वा यथाविधि / विना म (त) न्त्रेण यत्कर्म नामुत्रेह फलप्रदम्
prāpyānujñāṃ viśeṣeṇa juhuyādvā yathāvidhi / vinā ma (ta) ntreṇa yatkarma nāmutreha phalapradam
بعد نيل الإذن على الوجه اللائق، ينبغي أداء القربان الناري وفق القاعدة؛ لأن كل عمل يُفعل بلا مَنترَة لا يثمر ثمرة، لا في هذه الدنيا ولا في الآخرة.
Lord Vishnu (in instruction to Garuda)
Concept: Mantra and proper authorization are essential; action without mantra is aphala (fruitless) here and hereafter.
Vedantic Theme: Karma’s efficacy depends on saṅkalpa, śraddhā, and śāstra-vidhi; otherwise it becomes mere motion without spiritual linkage.
Application: Before performing rites (or any solemn commitment), seek proper guidance/consent and follow the prescribed form; avoid performative ritualism devoid of meaning and method.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: bhayanaka
Type: ritual-social space (sabha/gṛha/vedi)
Related Themes: Garuda Purana (Ācāra): emphasis on mantra, vidhi, and phala across iha/amutra (contextual)
FAQs
This verse states that a rite performed without the appropriate mantra is not result-producing—neither worldly benefits nor afterlife merit arise from it.
It underscores that post-death observances (and allied rites like offerings and homa) require proper authorization and mantra-recitation; otherwise, the intended spiritual benefit for the performer and the departed is not attained.
When performing any religious rite—especially śrāddha, homa, or offerings—follow prescribed procedure, seek proper guidance/permission where required, and ensure correct mantra usage rather than treating the act as mere formality.