Shloka 77
Pitṛ-Stuti, Tarpaṇa, and the Ritual Power of Recitation in Śrāddha
यत्रैतत्पठ्यते श्राद्धे स्तोत्रमस्तत्सुखावहम् / अस्माकं जायते तृप्तिस्तत्र द्वादशावर्षिकी
yatraitatpaṭhyate śrāddhe stotramastatsukhāvaham / asmākaṃ jāyate tṛptistatra dvādaśāvarṣikī
Wherever, during a Śrāddha rite, this hymn is recited—bringing well-being to the ancestors—there satisfaction arises for us, lasting for twelve years.
Pitṛs (ancestral spirits), as quoted within the Vishnu–Garuda dialogue context
Beneficiary: Pitr
Concept: Recitation of the stotra during śrāddha produces extended Pitṛ satisfaction (dvādaśa-vārṣikī tṛpti).
Vedantic Theme: Power of śabda and niyata-karma; sustained phala through correct liturgical act.
Application: Include the prescribed hymn in śrāddha; prioritize accurate recitation and continuity of tradition.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: adbhuta
Type: wherever śrāddha is performed with this recitation
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.89 (immediate context): stotra-pāṭha during śrāddha and its phala (direct internal anchor)
FAQs
This verse states that reciting the specified hymn during Śrāddha directly produces the Pitṛs’ satisfaction, and that contentment is said to endure for twelve years.
Indirectly: it emphasizes that post-death welfare is supported by the living through Śrāddha recitation, which nourishes and satisfies the Pitṛs over an extended period.
During annual Śrāddha, include faithful recitation of the prescribed hymn (along with proper offerings) as a focused act of remembrance and duty toward ancestors.