Agni Purana — Raja-dharma, Shloka 61
Rājanīti (Statecraft): Ṣaḍvidha-bala, Vyūha-vidhāna, and Strategic Warfare
पक्षादीनामथैकेन हत्वा शेषैः परिक्षिपेत् उरसा वा समाहत्य कोटिभ्यां परिवेष्टयेत्
pakṣādīnāmathaikena hatvā śeṣaiḥ parikṣipet urasā vā samāhatya koṭibhyāṃ pariveṣṭayet
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Lord Agni (in instruction to sage Vasiṣṭha, Dhanurveda section)
Vidya Category: {"primary_vidya":"Dhanurveda","secondary_vidya":"Natya","practical_application":"Close-combat grappling: sequencing a decisive strike (with flank/side) followed by immediate encirclement and restraint using remaining holds; alternative entry using chest-drive then hip-wrap.","sutra_style":true}
Encyclopedic Reference: {"reference_type":"Procedure","entry_title":"Malla-yuddha Sequence: Flank-Strike then Encirclement; Chest-Drive then Hip-Wrap","lookup_keywords":["paksha prahara","urasa samahati","parikshipet","koti pariveshtana","malla-yuddha technique"],"quick_summary":"After a primary impact (side/flank or chest), the fighter should instantly close space and bind the opponent with remaining limbs/holds, converting a hit into control."}
Concept: Kriyā-krama (sequencing): effectiveness comes from chaining actions—impact must be followed by control.
Application: Training methodology: practice combinations rather than isolated moves; prioritize clinch control after creating imbalance.
Khanda Section: Dhanurveda (Martial Science and Combat Techniques)
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: raudra
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"Two wrestlers: one delivers a side/flank blow and immediately circles to bind; alternate vignette shows a chest-drive followed by a hip-wrap restraint.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style, dynamic wrestling poses with bold outlines; two-step sequence shown left-to-right; sweat and motion lines stylized; earthy palette; arena with drums in background.","tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting, central wrestlers with gold-highlighted ornaments and waistbands; two small inset panels showing the sequence; ornate frame; emphasis on heroic physique.","mysore_prompt":"Mysore painting, instructional sequential panels; clear depiction of body mechanics—flank strike, encircle, chest drive, hip wrap; minimal background for clarity.","mughal_miniature_prompt":"Mughal miniature, akhara courtyard with spectators; detailed textiles; sequential action captured with attendants; refined anatomy and expressive faces."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"instructional","suggested_raga":null,"pace":"fast","voice_tone":"instructional"}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: पक्षादीनामथैकेन = पक्ष-आदीनाम् + अथ + एकेन.
Related Themes: Agni Purana Dhanurveda/Malla-yuddha passages around 241.61–241.66 on holds, presses, and counters
FAQs
This verse teaches a Dhanurveda close-quarters sequence: disable with a single decisive strike (using the side/flank or similar body-angle), then immediately secure the opponent by encircling and restraining—optionally using a chest-drive followed by a hip/waist clinch.
It shows the Agni Purana functioning as a compendium beyond theology—preserving practical martial science (Dhanurveda), including unarmed tactics like strikes, body-checks, and grappling restraints alongside other domains such as ritual, polity, and arts.
In a dharmic frame, the instruction supports righteous protection (rakṣaṇa) and disciplined force: technique is to be used under restraint and right intent, aligning martial skill with duty rather than cruelty.