Shloka 14028
Brahmā’s Lotus-Birth, Puṣkara-Creation Imagery, Madhu–Kaiṭabha, and Early Genealogies
आवामगणयन्मोहादास्से त्वं विगतस्पृहः । एह्यागच्छावयोर्युद्धं देहि त्वं कमलोद्भव
āvāmagaṇayanmohādāsse tvaṃ vigataspṛhaḥ | ehyāgacchāvayoryuddhaṃ dehi tvaṃ kamalodbhava
മോഹവശാൽ നീ ഞങ്ങളെ കണക്കാക്കാതെ അവഗണിച്ചു; എങ്കിലും നീ ഇവിടെ നിർസ്പൃഹനായി ഇരിക്കുന്നു. വാ—അടുത്തേക്ക് വാ! ഹേ കമലോദ്ഭവാ (ബ്രഹ്മാ), ഞങ്ങൾക്ക് യുദ്ധം ദാനമരുളുക.
Unclear from the single verse (context needed to identify the speaker precisely); the addressee is Brahmā (“Kamalodbhava”).
Concept: Delusion breeds disrespect toward the desireless; true strength is not mere aggression but alignment with cosmic order.
Application: Do not mistake calmness for passivity; cultivate inner detachment so provocations do not dictate your actions.
Primary Rasa: raudra
Secondary Rasa: vira
Type: tirtha
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"Two asuras lean forward, voices like thunder, pointing toward the lotus-born Brahmā seated in stillness, his posture unshaken by insult. The sacred air of Puṣkara trembles as their demand for battle collides with the Creator’s quiet, desireless composure.","primary_figures":["Brahmā (Kamalodbhava)","Madhu","Kaiṭabha"],"setting":"Lotus-throne near Puṣkara waters; Brahmā seated on a blooming lotus pedestal, asuras on the shore amid churned spray and disturbed lotuses","lighting_mood":"storm-lit with a calm aureole around Brahmā","color_palette":["sunlit gold","lotus rose","pearl white","ink black","emerald green"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: Brahmā on a grand lotus throne with four faces subtly suggested, halo in heavy gold leaf; asuras in fierce stance with ornate weapons; Pushkar lake rendered with stylized lotuses; rich reds/greens, embossed borders, gem-like highlights on crowns and armlets.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: Brahmā seated serenely on a lotus by pale-blue water; asuras gesturing aggressively, delicate yet expressive faces; fine textile patterns, soft sky wash, lyrical naturalism with restrained drama.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: Brahmā with characteristic large eyes and calm smile, lotus seat, bold outlines; asuras with exaggerated fierce expressions; decorative lotus bands and temple motifs; natural pigments with dominant red/yellow/green.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: central lotus mandala with Brahmā seated; surrounding border of lotuses and creepers; asuras at the edges as disruptive figures; deep blue ground with gold detailing and floral filigree."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"dramatic","suggested_raga":"Bhairavi","pace":"fast-dramatic","voice_tone":"emotional","sound_elements":["thunder-like mridanga strokes","conch blast","wind gusts","water splashes","sharp cymbal accents"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: आवामगणयन् = आवाम् + अगणयन्; मोहादास्से = मोहात् + आस्से; एह्यागच्छावयोर्युद्धं = एहि + आगच्छ + आवयोः + युद्धम्; विष्णुश्च = विष्णुः + च (elsewhere pattern).
FAQs
“Kamalodbhava” means “born from the lotus” and is a standard epithet of Brahmā, referring to his lotus-origin in creation narratives.
It conveys accusation and challenge: the speaker(s) claim Brahmā ignored them “out of delusion,” and then demand that he “grant battle,” indicating a confrontational exchange.
The verse juxtaposes detachment with action: even one described as desireless may be drawn into responsibility or confrontation, highlighting tension between renunciation and engagement in cosmic duties.