Shloka 21
Nītisāra: Virtuous Association, Household Dharma, and Kāla (Time) as the Supreme Regulator
एतदादिक्रियायुक्ता सर्वसौ भाग्यवर्धिनी / यस्येदृशी भवेद्भाय्या स देवेन्द्रोन मानुषः
etadādikriyāyuktā sarvasau bhāgyavardhinī / yasyedṛśī bhavedbhāyyā sa devendrona mānuṣaḥ
अशा आदिकर्तव्य-क्रियांमध्ये युक्त पत्नी सर्व प्रकारे सौभाग्य वाढविते; ज्याची अशी भार्या असे तो मनुष्य नव्हे, मनुष्यात देवेन्द्रसमान होय।
Lord Vishnu (in dialogue to Garuda/Vinatā-putra)
Concept: A wife aligned with prescribed duties and rites becomes a source of sarva-saubhāgya; such a household confers exceptional status.
Vedantic Theme: Karma (right action) performed in dharma generates auspicious results (puṇya) and supports inner refinement.
Application: Treat daily responsibilities and shared rituals as stabilizing practices; recognize and honor contributions that sustain family flourishing.
Primary Rasa: adbhuta
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.108.18-20, 1.108.22 (context: virtues contrasted with faults)
FAQs
This verse presents proper observances and duties as prosperity-enhancing, especially when upheld within the household through disciplined conduct.
Indirectly: it emphasizes dharma and meritorious conduct (kriyā), which the Garuda Purana elsewhere links to favorable post-death outcomes and reduced suffering after death.
Maintain a dhārmic home through shared duties, ethical living, and regular sacred observances; supportive partnership is portrayed as a major source of stability and auspiciousness.