Shloka 38
तयोरासनमादाय पादयोरवनिज्य च । अर्हणेनानुलेपेन धूपमाल्यैरपूजयत् ॥ ३८ ॥
tayor āsanam ādāya pādayor avanijya ca arhaṇenānulepena dhūpa-mālyair apūjayat
तयोः आसनमादाय पादयोरवनिज्य च। अर्हणेनानुलेपेन धूपमाल्यैश्च तावपूजयत्।
FAQs
This verse describes ideal atithi-satkāra: offering a seat, washing the feet, and worshiping with appropriate items like sandal paste, incense, and garlands—treating saintly visitors with reverence.
Washing the feet is a traditional sign of humility and respect, acknowledging the spiritual dignity of the guests and expressing service-minded devotion rather than mere social courtesy.
Receive guests—especially elders, teachers, and devotees—with sincerity: offer a proper place to sit, speak respectfully, and serve in practical ways (water, food, cleanliness), cultivating humility and gratitude.