Agni Purana — Raja-dharma, Shloka 6
Chapter 244 — चामरादिलक्षणम् / आयुधलक्षणादि
Characteristics of the Fly-whisk and Related Royal Emblems; Weapon Characteristics
तदेव समहीनन्तु प्रोक्तं मध्यकनीयसि मुष्टिग्राहनिमित्तानि मध्ये द्रव्याणि कारयेत्
tadeva samahīnantu proktaṃ madhyakanīyasi muṣṭigrāhanimittāni madhye dravyāṇi kārayet
Dasselbe Verfahren wird auch für einen Gegner mittlerer oder geringerer Stärke gelehrt. Um den Faustgriff zu ergreifen und zu beherrschen, soll man geeignete Substanzen bereiten und in der Mitte bereithalten.
Lord Agni
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Concept: Anukūla-yukti: tailoring method to the opponent’s bala (strength) and maintaining preparedness (sajjīkaraṇa) for execution.
Application: In training, classify sparring partners by strength and rehearse grip-control entries; stage permitted aids/equipment in a fixed central spot for quick access.
Khanda Section: Dhanurveda (Martial arts, wrestling, and combat techniques)
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: raudra
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A wrestling arena with two fighters; the instructor indicates a fist-seizing technique while assistants keep small bowls/pouches of prepared substances at the center line.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural: circular akhāḍā, two wrestlers mid-grip, guru gesturing, small containers of powders/oils placed centrally; bold contours, dynamic limbs.","tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore: stylized wrestlers with ornate borders; central tray of prepared substances highlighted with gold; teacher figure in authoritative stance.","mysore_prompt":"Mysore: instructional depiction of hand positions for muṣṭi-grāhaṇa, arrows showing leverage; central placement of substances clearly labeled; clean composition.","mughal_miniature_prompt":"Mughal miniature: akhāḍā scene with spectators, fighters in clinch, attendant holding small boxes/pouches at the center; fine facial expressions and textiles."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"instructional","suggested_raga":"Shankarabharanam","pace":"medium","voice_tone":"instructional"}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: तदेव → तत् + एव; समहीनन्तु → सम-हीनम् + तु.
Related Themes: Agni Purana Dhanurveda sections on malla-yuddha, grips (graha), and contest rules; Agni Purana passages on bala-bheda (classification by strength) in combat instruction
FAQs
It gives a practical Dhanurvedic instruction: when dealing with a middling or weaker opponent, prepare and position materials used specifically to enable or counter a fist-grip (muṣṭi-grāha) during wrestling/combat.
Beyond theology, the Agni Purana records applied sciences like Dhanurveda and malla-yuddha, including operational details (how to stage a bout and what materials to ready) that resemble a technical manual.
It frames disciplined physical training as a regulated vidyā: controlled technique over brute force, supporting dharmic conduct even in combat by emphasizing method, preparedness, and restraint.