Shloka 34

Matsya Purana — Pṛthu

Devanagari script

येषां यत्र रुचिस्तत्तद् देयं तेभ्यो विजानता यज्ञश्राद्धेषु सर्वेषु मया तुभ्यं निवेदितम् //

Transliteration

yeṣāṃ yatra rucistattad deyaṃ tebhyo vijānatā yajñaśrāddheṣu sarveṣu mayā tubhyaṃ niveditam //

Translation

Whatever each person prefers in a given context, let that be offered to them by one who understands. This principle, applicable in all sacrifices (yajña) and all śrāddha rites, has been explained by me to you.

Word by Word

• yeṣām: of those (persons)

• yatra: where/when/in whichever case

• ruciḥ: liking, preference, suitability

• tat-tat: that very thing (accordingly)

• deyam: should be given/offered

• tebhyaḥ: to them

• vijānatā: by one who knows/understands (what is proper)

• yajña-śrāddheṣu: in yajñas and śrāddhas

• sarveṣu: in all (cases)

• mayā: by me

• tubhyam: to you

• niveditam: presented, taught, communicated.

Speaker

• Lord Matsya (Vishnu) instructing Vaivasvata Manu

Entities Mentioned

• Lord Matsya
• Vaivasvata Manu
• Yajña
• Śrāddha

Tags

• Dharma
• Shraddha
• Yajna
• Dana
• Ritual

FAQs

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

This verse is not about pralaya; it teaches ritual propriety—offerings in yajña and śrāddha should be suited to the recipient’s preference and context.

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

It advises the responsible performer (king or householder) to make informed, context-sensitive offerings—an aspect of dharma emphasizing discernment, respect, and correct ritual giving.

What is the architectural or ritual significance mentioned here?

The significance is ritual: in all yajñas and śrāddhas, offerings (dāna/naivedya) should match suitability and preference, reflecting correct procedure rather than Vāstu or temple-building rules.