Shloka 57
Dynasties of Kings: From Manu to Ikṣvāku, Śrī Rāma, and Janaka
Sūryavaṁśa Genealogy
स्वनरः स्वागताज्जज्ञे सुवर्चास्तस्य चात्मजः / सुवर्चसः सुपार्श्वस्तु सुश्रुतश्च सुपार्श्वतः
svanaraḥ svāgatājjajñe suvarcāstasya cātmajaḥ / suvarcasaḥ supārśvastu suśrutaśca supārśvataḥ
سْواگت سے سْونر پیدا ہوا، اور اس کا بیٹا سُوورچا تھا۔ سُوورچا سے سُپارشو، اور سُپارشو سے سُشرت پیدا ہوا۔
Lord Vishnu (narrating genealogical succession to Garuda/Vinatā-putra, as per common Garuda Purana dialogue frame)
Concept: Auspicious naming and lineage continuity as supports for social and ritual order.
Vedantic Theme: Guṇa-like qualities suggested by names (su-varcā, su-śruta) point to cultivated excellence within saṃsāra.
Application: Cultivate 'su' qualities—good conduct, good learning, good reputation—within one’s family/community line.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.138 (same genealogical chain)
FAQs
This verse preserves a precise lineage chain, serving as a textual record for Puranic history and the continuity of dharmic families and teachers.
It does not directly address the after-death journey; instead, it functions as genealogical narration, which contextualizes later teachings by locating them within recognized lineages.
Use it as a reminder of continuity and responsibility—one’s actions shape the reputation and stability of a family or community across generations.