Agni Purana — Avatara-lila, Shloka 3
Śrīrāmāvatāra-kathana (Account of the Rāma Incarnation) — Kiṣkindhā Alliance and the Search for Sītā
तद्रिपुं बालिनं हत्वा भ्रातरं वैरकारिणम् किष्किन्धां कपिराज्यञ्च रुमान्तारां समर्पयत्
tadripuṃ bālinaṃ hatvā bhrātaraṃ vairakāriṇam kiṣkindhāṃ kapirājyañca rumāntārāṃ samarpayat
وبعد أن قتل ذلك العدوّ فَالين—الأخ الذي صار سببًا للعداوة—سلّم راما كِشْكِنْدها وسيادة مملكة الفانارا (القردة) إلى رومانْتارا.
Lord Agni (narrating to Sage Vasiṣṭha)
Vidya Category: {"primary_vidya":"Avatara-Katha","secondary_vidya":"Arthashastra","practical_application":"Illustrates dharmic regime-change: removing a tyrannical/adharmic ruler (Vali) and restoring legitimate sovereignty to Sugriva, stabilizing governance.","sutra_style":false}
Encyclopedic Reference: {"reference_type":"Description","entry_title":"Slaying of Vālin and Transfer of Kiṣkindhā Rule","lookup_keywords":["Vali-vadha","Sugriva-rajya","Kishkindha","kapirajya","restoration"],"quick_summary":"After killing Vālin, Rama ensures orderly succession by handing Kiṣkindhā and the monkey-kingdom to Sugriva, emphasizing restoration of rightful rule and political stability."}
Alamkara Type: Vīra-rasa narrative; dharma-yuddha framing
Weapon Type: Bow and Arrow (implied in Vālin’s slaying)
Concept: Dharma includes restoring rightful social order; after force is used, responsibility continues as ensuring stable, legitimate governance.
Application: In resolving disputes, prioritize long-term stability: remove the cause of conflict and establish clear, accepted authority.
Khanda Section: Ramayana-Charita (Avataras & Itihasa-katha)
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Type: Kingdom
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"After Vālin’s defeat, Rama stands with Lakshmana as Sugriva is formally granted Kiṣkindhā’s sovereignty; monkey chiefs gather, signaling restored order.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural, Rama with bow, Vālin fallen at side (subdued), Sugriva receiving symbols of kingship, monkey retinue in rhythmic arrangement, strong reds/greens, ceremonial composition","tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting, coronation-like moment: Sugriva enthroned with gold embellishments, Rama blessing with halo, ornate jewelry and gold leaf, attendants with fly-whisks","mysore_prompt":"Mysore painting, clear court scene with throne platform, Rama and Lakshmana to one side, Sugriva receiving authority, detailed costumes and calm narrative sequencing","mughal_miniature_prompt":"Mughal miniature, courtly assembly in a forest-kingdom setting, Sugriva seated on a raised seat, Rama standing in princely attire, expressive monkey courtiers, fine architectural/landscape detail"}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"solemn","suggested_raga":"Shankarabharanam","pace":"medium","voice_tone":"epic"}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: tadripuṃ → tat-ripum; kapirājyañca → kapi-rājyam + ca; rumāntārāṃ → rumā-tārām (dvandva, dual accusative).
Related Themes: Agni Purana 8.2 (proof of strength preceding Vali episode); Agni Purana Ramayana-Charita continuation toward Sita-search and Lanka campaign
FAQs
This verse conveys rajadharma in narrative form: after removing a hostile ruler, legitimate authority and territory are formally entrusted to the rightful holder to restore stable governance.
Alongside ritual and technical chapters, the Agni Purana preserves Itihasa-based case studies (Ramayana episodes) that illustrate governance, succession, and social order—expanding its scope beyond purely ritual instruction.
The verse frames the act as restoring dharmic order: the removal of a vaira-kāri (instigator of hostility) and the rightful transfer of rule supports loka-saṅgraha (social stability) and reduces adharma-driven conflict.