Shloka 45
Pitṛ-tīrtha Context: Marks of Sin, Śrāddha Discipline, and Karmic Ripening
in Yayāti’s Narrative
नाभिनंदति तद्वाक्यमुत्तरं संप्रयच्छति । गुरुकर्मणि साध्ये च तदुपेक्षां करोति च
nābhinaṃdati tadvākyamuttaraṃ saṃprayacchati | gurukarmaṇi sādhye ca tadupekṣāṃ karoti ca
Ele não aprova as palavras do guru nem oferece resposta apropriada; e, mesmo quando há um dever importante do guru a ser cumprido, ele o negligencia e o despreza.
Unspecified (context-dependent within Bhūmi-khaṇḍa 67)
Concept: Disrespectful communication and neglect of duties—especially in guru-related work—signals unfitness and moral decline.
Application: Respond respectfully, acknowledge guidance, and prioritize responsibilities; do not let ego or indifference sabotage service commitments.
Primary Rasa: raudra
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A guru assigns a task near a small Vishnu altar; one disciple bows and accepts, while another turns away with folded arms, refusing to affirm or reply. In the background, an unfinished ritual arrangement lies neglected, symbolizing the abandoned duty; the atmosphere feels tense, as if dharma itself is strained.","primary_figures":["guru","obedient disciple","negligent disciple","Vishnu (altar icon)"],"setting":"Ashram work area beside a shrine—ritual items, garlands, and a half-prepared offering tray","lighting_mood":"forest dappled","color_palette":["earth brown","ashen gray","saffron","deep green","brass gold"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: guru near a Vishnu shrine with gold leaf aura, two disciples contrasted—one reverent, one dismissive—unfinished garlands and offering tray in foreground, rich reds/greens, ornate borders, expressive gestures, gem-like detailing emphasizing moral contrast","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: narrative vignette with subtle facial expressions, a quiet ashram corner, delicate brushwork showing the negligent disciple’s turned posture, soft dappled light, refined textiles, muted tension conveyed through cool shadows","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold outlines and stylized gestures, guru pointing toward a duty, negligent disciple shown in angular pose, shrine motifs with bright pigments, rhythmic border patterns, strong moral storytelling composition","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: symmetrical shrine-centered composition with lotus borders, disciples on either side embodying obedience vs neglect, deep blue and gold accents, intricate floral patterns, symbolic chakra motif above the neglected offering tray"}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"dramatic","suggested_raga":"Desh","pace":"moderate-narrative","voice_tone":"authoritative","sound_elements":["sharp bell strike","rustle of palm leaves","brief tense silence","distant birds"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: नाभिनंदति = न + अभिनन्दति; तद्वाक्यमुत्तरं = तत् + वाक्यम् + उत्तरम्; तदुपेक्षां = तत् + उपेक्षाम्.
FAQs
It criticizes indifference—failing to affirm good counsel, failing to respond appropriately, and neglecting important responsibilities when action is required.
“Gurukarmaṇi” refers to a weighty or serious duty—an obligation that should not be postponed or treated casually.
Respond thoughtfully, acknowledge what is worthy, and do not ignore crucial tasks; negligence in speech and duty is presented as a mark of improper conduct.