Shloka 26
Dialogue of Father and Son (Pitṛputra-saṃvāda) — Mohinī Episode
कुटुंबिनं करैः पुत्र नात्यर्थमभिदूयसे । कच्चिन्न द्यूतपानादि वर्तते विषये तव ॥ २६ ॥
kuṭuṃbinaṃ karaiḥ putra nātyarthamabhidūyase | kaccinna dyūtapānādi vartate viṣaye tava || 26 ||
Con ơi, con có không làm khổ người chủ gia đình bằng thuế khóa và sự trưng thu quá mức chăng? Và hãy nói cho ta biết—trong cõi nước của con, cờ bạc, rượu chè và những thói ấy có còn tồn tại không?
Narada (advising a young man/son in the context of dharmic governance and household ethics)
Vrata: none
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: karuna
FAQs
It links inner purity with social righteousness: spiritual life is harmed when one oppresses householders through excessive taxation or indulges in degrading habits like gambling and drinking.
Bhakti is sustained by sattvic conduct—non-harm, restraint, and honesty. By rejecting exploitation and addictions, one becomes fit for steady remembrance of Vishnu and disciplined religious practice.
No single Vedanga is taught directly; the verse emphasizes applied dharma (sadācāra and rājadharma). Practically, it supports correct ritual life by ensuring lawful livelihood and self-control, which are prerequisites for successful vrata and worship.