Shloka 108
Slaying of Andhaka; Hymn to the Sun; Glory of Brahmins; Gayatri Nyasa and Pranayama
न च दारिद्यतामेति नातुरो न च कातरः । मनोनुकूलां प्रमदामर्चयित्वा द्विजान्लभेत्
na ca dāridyatāmeti nāturo na ca kātaraḥ | manonukūlāṃ pramadāmarcayitvā dvijānlabhet
Er gerät weder in Armut noch in Krankheit noch in Bedrängnis; hat er die geliebte, seinem Herzen entsprechende Frau geehrt, erlangt er die Gunst und den Beistand der Dvija, der „Zweimalgeborenen“.
Unspecified in the provided excerpt (context needed from Adhyaya 46 to attribute confidently).
Concept: Household wellbeing (freedom from poverty, illness, distress) is supported by honoring one’s beloved/agreeable wife and by reverencing the twice-born (dvija).
Application: Cultivate respectful speech and gratitude toward spouse/partner; practice shared charity and hospitality toward learned persons; align household prosperity with dharma.
Primary Rasa: shringara
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"In a calm household courtyard, a husband respectfully offers a garland and a small lamp to his wife, who stands with gentle dignity; nearby, two brāhmaṇas are welcomed with seats and water. The scene radiates quiet prosperity—full grain jars, a healthy cow, and a softly glowing threshold—signifying freedom from poverty and distress.","primary_figures":["householder husband","wife (pramadā)","brāhmaṇas (dvija)"],"setting":"Prosperous yet simple courtyard with tulasi planter, grain pots, and a guest area","lighting_mood":"golden dawn","color_palette":["lotus pink","saffron","jade green","cream white","bronze"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: domestic courtyard—husband honoring wife with garland and lamp; brāhmaṇas seated to the side receiving water and respect; gold leaf on jewelry, lamp flames, and auspicious vessels; rich reds/greens; ornate border with auspicious motifs (kalasha, lotus).","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: intimate family scene with delicate expressions; soft morning light; detailed textiles and courtyard architecture; brāhmaṇas calmly blessing; subtle symbols of prosperity (grain jars, cow) rendered with lyrical naturalism.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold outlines; stylized eyes; husband-wife honoring gesture in the center; dvijas to the side; strong red/yellow/green palette; patterned floor and temple-like domestic shrine elements.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: courtyard framed by lotus and floral borders; peacocks and cows as auspicious companions; deep blue background with gold highlights; garlands and lotuses echoing śrī; dvijas depicted as serene witnesses to dharmic household harmony."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"devotional","suggested_raga":"Durga","pace":"moderate-narrative","voice_tone":"reverent-soft","sound_elements":["household lamp crackle","soft chanting","courtyard birds","gentle bell"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: dāridyatāmeti = dāridya-tām + eti; nāturo = na + āturaḥ; pramadāmarcayitvā = pramadām + arcayitvā; dvijānlabhet = dvijān + labhet.
FAQs
It links well-being (freedom from poverty, illness, and distress) with righteous household conduct—specifically, honoring one’s beloved wife/partner—and suggests this leads to social and religious support from the dvijas (Brahmins).
Dvija literally means “twice-born,” commonly referring to Brahmins in Purāṇic usage (and sometimes the three varnas with upanayana). In context, it indicates respected religious authorities whose goodwill/blessings one may obtain.
Arcayitvā can mean “to honor” or “to worship.” Here it is best read ethically and socially: respectful honoring and proper treatment of a wife/beloved woman as part of dharma, rather than prescribing a specific ritual.