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
第十六位女儿名为萨蒂(Satī),为主湿婆之妻,恒常随顺并侍奉其夫。然而她未能得一位在德行品性上与己相称之子。
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.