Shloka 52
Chandravamsa and Yadu Lineage: From Soma to the Vrishnis, Krishna’s Family, and the Transition to Puru
हृदिकश्च स्वयम्भोजात्कृतवर्मा तदात्मजः / देवः शतधनुश्चैव शूराद्वै देवमीढुषः
hṛdikaśca svayambhojātkṛtavarmā tadātmajaḥ / devaḥ śatadhanuścaiva śūrādvai devamīḍhuṣaḥ
سویمبھوج سے ہردِک پیدا ہوا اور اس کا بیٹا کِرتوَرما تھا۔ شور سے دیو، شتدھنو اور دیومِیڈھُش بھی پیدا ہوئے۔
Lord Vishnu (narrating genealogical lineage to Garuda)
Concept: Kshatriya lineages transmit obligations—valor must be governed by dharma.
Vedantic Theme: Dharma as purifier of action (karma-yoga orientation) within worldly roles.
Application: Exercise strength with restraint; align professional power with ethical duty.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: vira
Type: dynastic region
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.139 (Yadava genealogical enumeration including Hṛdika and Kṛtavarmā)
FAQs
This verse preserves remembered lineages by naming key ancestors and descendants, helping situate later narratives and dharmic exemplars within a recognized family tradition.
It does not directly discuss the soul’s journey; it functions as a lineage record, providing historical context rather than afterlife doctrine.
Use it as a reminder of continuity and responsibility across generations—one’s actions shape the reputation and welfare of descendants and the wider community.