Shloka 50
The Destruction of Dakṣa’s Sacrifice
मात्मानं परिनिंदेथामाच भाग्यानि सुव्रते । फलं चैवं विधिकृतं दातुं कस्य तु कः क्षमः
mātmānaṃ pariniṃdethāmāca bhāgyāni suvrate | phalaṃ caivaṃ vidhikṛtaṃ dātuṃ kasya tu kaḥ kṣamaḥ
ఓ సువ్రతే, నిన్ను నీవు నిందించకు; భాగ్యాన్ని కూడా దోషించకు. విధి నిర్ణయించిన ఫలాన్ని ఎవరు ఎవరికోసం ఇవ్వగలరు లేదా మార్చగలరు?
Unspecified (context needed to identify the dialogue speaker reliably)
Concept: Do not fall into self-blame or fatalistic lament; outcomes follow an ordained order, so cultivate steadiness and right effort rather than despair.
Application: When results disappoint, stop harsh self-talk; review actions calmly, correct what is in your control, and offer the outcome to Bhagavan in prayer.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: karuna
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A gentle sage counsels a sorrowing, virtuous woman seated near a lotus pond, her hands folded as if releasing self-blame. In the background, a faint cosmic wheel motif suggests niyati (ordained order), while a distant Vishnu shrine glows softly, implying surrender of outcomes to the Supreme.","primary_figures":["a compassionate rishi/teacher","a virtuous woman (suvratā)","Vishnu (iconic presence in distant shrine or as a subtle aura)"],"setting":"Ashrama garden beside a lotus-filled water tank, with a small Vishnu altar and hanging garlands.","lighting_mood":"golden dawn","color_palette":["lotus pink","sandalwood beige","soft emerald","saffron gold","deep indigo"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: a serene rishi blessing a sorrowing suvratā by a lotus pond; a small Vishnu shrine behind them with gold-leaf halo, ornate arch (prabhāvali), rich red-green textiles, gem-studded jewelry, delicate lotus motifs, and embossed gold detailing emphasizing calm acceptance of destiny.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: an ashrama garden at dawn with a lotus tank; a gentle sage instructs a seated woman in modest attire; cool pastel sky, lyrical trees, fine facial features, subtle gestures of reassurance, and a tiny Vishnu shrine rendered with delicate brushwork.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold outlined rishi and suvratā near a lotus pond; stylized Vishnu icon in the background with large expressive eyes; natural pigment palette with warm yellows and reds, green foliage, and rhythmic ornamental borders conveying shanta rasa.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: lotus pond foreground with intricate floral borders; a small central Vishnu shrine framed by garlands; the rishi and suvratā placed to one side in devotional posture; deep blue background with gold highlights, lotus clusters, and temple-lamp motifs suggesting surrender of phala to Krishna/Vishnu."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"meditative","suggested_raga":"Yaman","pace":"slow-meditative","voice_tone":"serene","sound_elements":["soft temple bells","gentle flowing water","distant conch shell","morning birdsong","brief contemplative silence"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: मात्मानं = मा + आत्मानम्; परिनिंदेथा = परिनिन्देथाः (लिप्यन्तर-भेद); माच = मा + च; चैवं = च + एवम्.
FAQs
It advises against self-condemnation and fatalistic complaint, emphasizing that outcomes are shaped by vidhi (destiny/ordinance), beyond another person’s power to bestow or change at will.
Not explicitly. It primarily offers consolation and a perspective on ordained outcomes; the broader Purāṇic tradition often balances destiny with right action and devotion.
Cultivate steadiness and self-respect in adversity—avoid blaming yourself or fortune, and accept outcomes with clarity while maintaining virtuous conduct.