New Delhi: In Hinduism, the relationship of husband and wife is not just a social bond, but is considered a sacred and spiritual alliance. This is a relationship in which there is no distinction of high-low or big-small. In scriptures like Garuda Purana, Manusmriti and Mahabharata, many rules have been given to make married life happy and balanced. But there are some warnings in these texts, which prevent the husband from misbehaving with his wife. According to them, if the husband violates these rules, then he not only has to face troubles in this life, but also has to suffer the tortures of hell after death. Let us know, what are those five things, which a husband should never do with his wife.

Giving physical and mental pain
The seventh chapter of Garuda Purana clearly states that a husband who hurts his wife physically or mentally gets a place in ‘Raurav Naraka’ after death. In this hell, a terrible snake named Ruru keeps biting the sinful soul continuously. Manusmriti explains it in more depth. According to this, a man who does this suffers in the next life as well. Delhi’s Pandit Ramesh Shastri says, “In the scriptures, the wife is called the better half. Giving her pain is like harming oneself.” Cheating on the wife
The tenth verse of Garuda Purana warns that a husband who is not loyal to his wife and has a relationship with another woman is put in ‘Kumbhinipaak Naraka’. There, the Yamdoots throw the soul into a cauldron of boiling oil and give it terrible torture. This rule teaches to strengthen the foundation of relationships even in today’s times. Professor Anil Mishra, an expert on scriptures, says, “Faithfulness is not just a question of morality, but also the basis of spiritual purity.”

Insult

The 88th chapter of the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata states that a man who disrespects his wife suffers not only in this life but also in the next. Manusmriti puts it even more strictly, stating that the life of a person who disrespects a woman becomes akin to hell. Radhika Patil, a housewife from Mumbai, shares her experience and says, “There is no greater pain than disrespect. It hurts the soul of the relationship.” This teaching of the scriptures is relevant even today.

Ignoring feelings

The Garuda Purana also categorises ignoring feelings as a sin. A husband who does not value his wife’s feelings, does not love her or forces her to work forcibly, not only suffers in this life but also suffers spiritual degradation. Social worker Meena Sharma says, “Emotions are the basis of a relationship. Trampling them destroys the sanctity between husband and wife.”

Violation of rights

According to the scriptures, a man who violates his wife’s rights is punished with poverty and hell for several lifetimes. Garuda Purana considers this a serious crime. Whether it is taking away her freedom or not respecting her, this act brings down the husband on both material and spiritual levels. Pandit Shastri adds, “Giving equal rights to the wife is a part of religion. Ignoring it is a sin.”

Learnings from the scriptures and today’s life

These rules are not limited to religious books only. They tell us the importance of balance and respect in today’s married life as well. Professor Mishra says, “These things of Garuda Purana teach us sensitivity and responsibility in relationships. Even in today’s era, following them can be the key to a happy life.” It is true that times have changed, but the foundation of relationships is still the same—love, respect and trust.

A message
These warnings from the Garuda Purana not only inspire us to strengthen the relationship between husband and wife, but also remind us that every wrong step has consequences. Whether it is in this life or the next, the message of the scriptures is clear—respect your wife, otherwise no one can save you from the punishment of hell. This lesson is for every person who wants to fill his married life with happiness and peace.