Genealogies of Svāyambhuva Manu, the Appearance of Yajña, and Atri’s Sons
Brahmā–Viṣṇu–Śiva Expansions
भवस्य पत्नी तु सती भवं देवमनुव्रता । आत्मन: सदृशं पुत्रं न लेभे गुणशीलत: ॥ ६५ ॥
bhavasya patnī tu satī bhavaṁ devam anuvratā ātmanaḥ sadṛśaṁ putraṁ na lebhe guṇa-śīlataḥ
سولہویں بیٹی ستی تھی، جو بھگوان شِو کی زوجہ اور اپنے پتی کی خدمت میں وفادار تھی۔ پھر بھی گُن اور شیل میں اپنے مانند کوئی پتر اسے حاصل نہ ہوا۔
This verse highlights Satī as anuvratā—one who faithfully follows her husband—showing ideal steadfastness and devotion toward Lord Śiva.
In the narration of lineages, Śukadeva notes that despite her devotion, Satī did not have a son matching her own qualities—emphasizing that outcomes like progeny depend on factors such as nature and destiny within the unfolding of the Lord’s creation.
Do your duty with sincerity and devotion, but accept results without entitlement—recognizing that not every outcome is fully within personal control.