Shloka 65
Genealogies of Svāyambhuva Manu, the Appearance of Yajña, and Atri’s Sons
Brahmā–Viṣṇu–Śiva Expansions
भवस्य पत्नी तु सती भवं देवमनुव्रता । आत्मन: सदृशं पुत्रं न लेभे गुणशीलत: ॥ ६५ ॥
bhavasya patnī tu satī bhavaṁ devam anuvratā ātmanaḥ sadṛśaṁ putraṁ na lebhe guṇa-śīlataḥ
The sixteenth daughter, Satī, became the wife of Lord Śiva and faithfully followed him in devoted service. Yet she did not obtain a son equal to herself in virtue and character.
FAQs
This verse highlights Satī as anuvratā—one who faithfully follows her husband—showing ideal steadfastness and devotion toward Lord Śiva.
In the narration of lineages, Śukadeva notes that despite her devotion, Satī did not have a son matching her own qualities—emphasizing that outcomes like progeny depend on factors such as nature and destiny within the unfolding of the Lord’s creation.
Do your duty with sincerity and devotion, but accept results without entitlement—recognizing that not every outcome is fully within personal control.