Shloka 144
The Manifestation of Viṣṇu’s Footprints: Vāmana–Trivikrama, Bāṣkali’s Subjugation, and the Rise of Viṣṇupadī
Gaṅgā
अन्योपि योर्थी मे प्राप्तः समे प्रियतरः सदा । भवानत्र विशेषेण विचारं मा कृथाः क्वचित्
anyopi yorthī me prāptaḥ same priyataraḥ sadā | bhavānatra viśeṣeṇa vicāraṃ mā kṛthāḥ kvacit
Selbst wenn ein anderer Bittender zu mir kommt, ist er mir stets ebenso lieb wie du. Darum hege zu keiner Zeit besondere Bedenken in dieser Sache.
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Concept: Impartial compassion toward all who seek help; do not cultivate suspicion or special anxiety—dharma is steady and inclusive.
Application: Treat requests fairly; avoid favoritism and paranoia; keep your giving and decision-making consistent and transparent.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: karuna
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A benevolent king addresses a worried petitioner, his open palm signaling reassurance and equality. In the background, other supplicants wait calmly in a line, showing that the king’s compassion is steady and non-discriminating.","primary_figures":["Donor-king (Bāṣkali/Bali contextually)","Petitioner (Indra-in-disguise or brāhmaṇa)","Other supplicants"],"setting":"Palace audience hall with orderly rows of petitioners, scribes, and attendants holding water-pots for formal gifts.","lighting_mood":"forest dappled","color_palette":["soft gold","sage green","cream white","indigo","terracotta"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: king seated with a gentle blessing gesture toward the petitioner; other supplicants in symmetrical rows; gold-leaf on throne, arches, and jewelry; rich reds/greens, ornate borders, devotional calm.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: refined court scene with delicate faces; petitioner slightly anxious, king reassuring; soft natural light, patterned carpets, subtle architectural perspective; cool palette with lyrical serenity.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold outlines; king’s open palm emphasized; petitioners as rhythmic figures; warm pigments, temple-wall composure, decorative bands framing the scene.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: court scene framed by lotus vines; repeated motifs of equal-giving (water-pot, cow, cloth) arranged symmetrically; deep blues and gold, intricate floral borders, serene devotional mood."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"meditative","suggested_raga":"Bhupali","pace":"slow-meditative","voice_tone":"reverent-soft","sound_elements":["soft birdsong","gentle bell chimes","quiet assembly murmurs","silence"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: अन्योपि = अन्यः + अपि; योर्थी = यः + अर्थी; भवानत्र = भवान् + अत्र; कृथाः क्वचित् (no sandhi change).
FAQs
It teaches impartial goodwill: the speaker assures the listener that other petitioners are not favored over him, and urges him not to entertain suspicion or jealousy.
Yes. It reflects a devotional ethic where the divine (or a revered authority) is portrayed as equally affectionate toward sincere seekers, discouraging rivalry among devotees.
Avoid partiality-based anxiety and mistrust; cultivate equanimity and confidence that sincere approach and merit—not jealousy—should guide one’s conduct.