Sanskrit Verse
Dhumo ratris tatha krishnah shan-masa dakshiyanam, tatra candramasam jyotir yogi prapya nivartate
Translation & Meaning
The mystic who passes away in smoke, in the night, in the dark fortnight, or in the six months when the sun travels the southern path — attains the lunar sphere and then returns. The path of smoke (pitriyana) — associated with darkness, night, the dark fortnight, and the southern solstice — leads to a temporary celestial sojourn followed by rebirth.
Key Teachings
- •The path of smoke (pitriyana) leads to temporary heaven and eventual rebirth
- •The southern path is associated with the ancestors and the lunar world
- •Virtuous souls who don't know Brahman may still be reborn after enjoying heavenly results
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