Kurma Purana — Uttara Bhaga, Shloka 5
Śrāddha-vidhi for Pitṛs: Invitations, Purity, Offerings, and Conduct
आमन्त्रिताश्च ते विप्राः श्राद्धकाल उपस्थिते / वसेयुर्नियताः सर्वे ब्रह्मचर्यपरायणाः
āmantritāśca te viprāḥ śrāddhakāla upasthite / vaseyurniyatāḥ sarve brahmacaryaparāyaṇāḥ
Kapag dumating na ang oras ng Śrāddha, ang mga brāhmaṇa na naanyayahan ay dapat manatili roon, lahat ay may pagpipigil at disiplina, at nakatuon sa brahmacarya.
Sūta (narrator) conveying the Kurma Purana’s śrāddha injunctions in the sages’ assembly
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: vira
FAQs
It does not directly define Ātman; it supports the dharmic foundation—sense-restraint (brahmacarya) and niyama—considered necessary for purity of mind, which in later teachings enables clearer realization of the Self.
The verse highlights brahmacarya and niyama (disciplined restraint). In Yoga-śāstra terms, these are foundational ethical observances that stabilize the mind and sanctify ritual action, aligning conduct with spiritual practice.
It does not explicitly mention Śiva or Viṣṇu; its emphasis on disciplined dharma reflects the Kurma Purana’s integrative approach where correct conduct and inner restraint underpin both Śaiva and Vaiṣṇava modes of worship.