Shloka 10
Dynasties of Kings: From Manu to Ikṣvāku, Śrī Rāma, and Janaka
Sūryavaṁśa Genealogy
राजवर्धात्सुधृतिश्च नरो ऽभूत्सुधृतेः सुतः / नराच्च केवलः पुत्रः केवलाद्धुन्धुमानपि
rājavardhātsudhṛtiśca naro 'bhūtsudhṛteḥ sutaḥ / narācca kevalaḥ putraḥ kevalāddhundhumānapi
राजवर्धन से सुधृति उत्पन्न हुए; सुधृति के पुत्र नरे हुए। नरे से केवल नामक पुत्र जन्मा; और केवल से धुन्धुमान भी उत्पन्न हुआ।
Lord Vishnu (narrating genealogical lineage to Garuda)
Concept: Rājavaṁśa continuity: governance and social stability transmitted through heirs.
Vedantic Theme: Karma’s continuity through saṁskāra and progeny; the witness (ātman) distinct from changing bodies/names.
Application: Fulfill responsibilities in one’s station; cultivate virtues that make succession beneficial (education, restraint, charity).
Primary Rasa: shanta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.138.9-13 (continuous genealogy segment)
FAQs
This verse functions as a link in a dynastic chain, preserving traditional memory of royal-sage lineages used to contextualize later narratives and teachings.
It does not directly describe afterlife doctrine; instead, it provides lineage context within the broader Purāṇic narration that later supports moral and spiritual instruction.
Use it as a reminder of continuity and responsibility across generations—ethical living and dharma are upheld by remembering and honoring one’s lineage and exemplars.