Shloka 94
Veṅkaṭeśa-Māhātmya: Varāha Prelude, Descent of Śeṣācala, Svāmipuṣkariṇī and the Network of Tīrthas
with Dāna-Lakṣaṇas
सीतारामशिला देवि द्विविधा संप्रकीर्तिता / पञ्चचक्रयुता काचित्षट्रचक्रेण च संयुता
sītārāmaśilā devi dvividhā saṃprakīrtitā / pañcacakrayutā kācitṣaṭracakreṇa ca saṃyutā
Wahai Dewi, batu suci Sītā–Rāma-śilā dinyatakan ada dua jenis: satu bertanda lima cakra, dan satu lagi dikurniai enam cakra.
Lord Vishnu (narrating to Garuda/Vinata-putra)
Concept: Knowing lakṣaṇas (five- and six-cakra markings) is part of correct ritual discernment; form-signs indicate potency and appropriate use.
Vedantic Theme: Nāma-rūpa as pointers to īśvara-sambandha in devotional practice; right knowledge supports right action (jñāna aiding karma/bhakti).
Application: Learn traditional criteria for identifying sacred stones/arcā-symbols; consult competent teachers to avoid misidentification and ritual error.
Primary Rasa: adbhuta
Secondary Rasa: shanta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 3.26.95-96 (hierarchy and physical lakṣaṇas)
FAQs
This verse classifies Sītā-Rāma-śilā into two recognized types based on the number of chakra-like marks, guiding ritual identification and reverential use.
In the Preta Kanda context, such classifications support correct selection and honoring of sacred objects used in rites that uphold dharma and aid the departed through proper observance.
When using or venerating sacred stones in worship or ancestral rites, follow traditional identification markers (here, five or six chakras) and seek guidance from a qualified priest or tradition-holder.