पापिनां यमनं चैवमेतद्रूपं महत्तरम् । सौम्यरूपं कथं जातमेतन्मे संशयः प्रभो
pāpināṃ yamanaṃ caivametadrūpaṃ mahattaram | saumyarūpaṃ kathaṃ jātametanme saṃśayaḥ prabho
«Para los pecadores, tu forma que somete es en verdad sumamente temible. ¿Cómo, entonces, ha surgido este aspecto apacible? Ésta es mi duda, oh Señor».
Nārada
Listener: Śaunaka and sages (implied)
Scene: Nārada points to the paradox: the same lord known for terrifying restraint of sinners now appears gentle; the scene emphasizes facial expression shift—softened eyes, relaxed posture.
Divine functions are multifaceted: the same power that disciplines can also appear gentle when dharma’s purpose is fulfilled.
No site is specified in this verse; it continues the narrative inquiry that contextualizes Dharmāraṇya’s teaching.
None; the verse centers on theological doubt regarding Yama’s appearance.