Shloka 29
Pātivratya-kathana
The Narrative of the Pativrata
रत्नदीपैश्च बहुशः खचिते सूर्यसप्रभे । ततः पादोदकं चक्रे मोहिन्या धर्मभूषणः ॥ २९ ॥
ratnadīpaiśca bahuśaḥ khacite sūryasaprabhe | tataḥ pādodakaṃ cakre mohinyā dharmabhūṣaṇaḥ || 29 ||
रत्नदीपों से अनेक बार जड़ा हुआ, सूर्य-सम प्रभा वाले उस स्थान में, फिर मोहिनी की प्रेरणा से धर्मभूषण ने पाद-प्रक्षालन हेतु जल तैयार किया।
Narada (narrative voice within Uttara-Bhaga Tirtha-Mahatmya section)
Vrata: none
Primary Rasa: adbhuta
Secondary Rasa: shanta
FAQs
It highlights dharmic conduct expressed through reverent hospitality—preparing pādodaka (pādya) as an act of honor—set within a sanctified, radiant ritual environment.
While not explicitly naming bhakti, it models devotional attitude through service (sevā): honoring an exalted presence with proper offerings, which is a practical expression of devotion in Purāṇic practice.
It reflects kalpa/ritual procedure: the customary preparation of pādya (foot-washing water) as part of formal reception and worship protocols.