Shloka 7
Nābhāga’s Inheritance, Śiva’s Verdict, and the Rise of Ambarīṣa—Prelude to Durvāsā’s Offense
ममेदमृषिभिर्दत्तमिति तर्हि स्म मानव: । स्यान्नौ ते पितरि प्रश्न: पृष्टवान् पितरं यथा ॥ ७ ॥
mamedam ṛṣibhir dattam iti tarhi sma mānavaḥ syān nau te pitari praśnaḥ pṛṣṭavān pitaraṁ yathā
那婆伽说：“这些财物是诸仙人赐给我的。”那黝黑之人答道：“那就去问你父亲吧；由他来裁决。”于是那婆伽便去请问其父。
FAQs
This verse highlights that certain sacred items or instructions are received through ṛṣis (sages), emphasizing the authority of saintly transmission and the purity of such gifts.
He reassures the listener that he can clarify doubts related to the father, positioning himself as a trustworthy source—like speaking directly to one’s father—within the unfolding narrative.
Seek guidance from credible, saintly sources and ask sincere questions about one’s roots, duties, and values—approaching elders and teachers with the same trust and respect shown here.