Shloka 48

Matsya Purana — Code of Conduct and Vow-Procedure for Courtesans

Devanagari script

सोपधानकविश्रामां सास्तरावरणां शुभाम् प्रदीपोपानहच्छत्त्रपादुकासनसंयुताम् //

Transliteration

sopadhānakaviśrāmāṃ sāstarāvaraṇāṃ śubhām pradīpopānahacchattrapādukāsanasaṃyutām //

Translation

A fine resting-couch furnished with pillows, together with a good bedspread and coverings—complete with a lamp, footwear, an umbrella, sandals, and a seat—should be given as a meritorious gift.

Word by Word

• sa-upadhānaka: with pillows/cushions

• viśrāmām: a resting-place/couch/bed for repose

• sa-āstara-āvaraṇām: with bedspread (āstara) and coverings/blankets (āvaraṇa)

• śubhām: auspicious, fine

• pradīpa: lamp

• upānah: shoes/footwear

• chattra: umbrella/parasol

• pādukā: sandals

• āsana: seat

• saṃyutām: endowed with, accompanied by, together with

Speaker

• Lord Matsya (in instruction to Vaivasvata Manu)

Entities Mentioned

• Matsya
• Manu

Tags

• Dāna
• Householder Dharma
• Vastuvidya
• Merit (Punya)
• Ritual Gifts

FAQs

What does this verse reveal about the creation or dissolution (Pralaya)?

This verse does not describe pralaya; it focuses on dharmic charity (dāna), listing auspicious household items whose donation is said to generate merit.

How does this verse relate to the duties of a King or Householder?

It reflects the householder/royal duty of supporting others through well-appointed gifts—practical items for comfort and daily life—thereby accruing puṇya and upholding social welfare.

What is the architectural or ritual significance mentioned here?

The significance is ritual-charitable rather than structural: it emphasizes complete, functional furnishing (resting place with coverings, light, and accessories), aligning with Vāstu-informed ideals of wholesome domestic life and auspicious provisioning.