Shloka 21
Chandravamsa and Yadu Lineage: From Soma to the Vrishnis, Krishna’s Family, and the Transition to Puru
सहस्रजितः शतजित्तस्माद्वै हयहैहयौ / अनरण्यो हयात्पुत्रो धर्मो हैहयतो ऽभवत्
sahasrajitaḥ śatajittasmādvai hayahaihayau / anaraṇyo hayātputro dharmo haihayato 'bhavat
सहस्रजितः शतजित्तस्माद्वै हयहैहयौ । अनरण्यो हयात्पुत्रो धर्मो हैहयतोऽभवत् ॥
Lord Vishnu (narrating genealogical lineage to Garuda)
Concept: Karmic continuity expressed as birth in particular lineages; actions and tendencies flow through generations (as samskara).
Vedantic Theme: Samsara as continuity of cause-effect; nama-rupa succession underlies the appearance of stable dynasties.
Application: Reflect on inherited tendencies and consciously cultivate dharmic samskaras to ‘purify the line’ through conduct.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: vira
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.139.22–23 (continuation of Haihaya line)
FAQs
This verse preserves a precise royal lineage (Sahasrajit → Śatajīt → Haya/Haihaya → Anaraṇya/Dharma), used to situate later teachings and narratives within recognized dynastic history.
It does not directly describe the soul’s journey or afterlife; instead, it provides dynastic context—one of the Garuda Purana’s methods of anchoring dharma-teachings within historical lineages.
It highlights the value of preserving family lineage and ethical reputation (dharma) across generations—encouraging responsibility, truthful record-keeping, and honoring ancestors.