Padma Purana — Bhumi Khanda, Shloka 59
Dialogue of Gobhila and Padmāvatī: Daitya Obstruction vs. the Power of Pativratā Dharma
सतीभावेन संस्थास्मि पतिव्रतपरायणा । धक्ष्यामि त्वां महापाप यद्येवं तु वदिष्यसि
satībhāvena saṃsthāsmi pativrataparāyaṇā | dhakṣyāmi tvāṃ mahāpāpa yadyevaṃ tu vadiṣyasi
Aku teguh dalam bhāva seorang satī, berpegang pada dharma pativrata, sepenuhnya setia kepada suami. Wahai pendosa besar—jika engkau berkata demikian, akan kubakar engkau hingga menjadi abu.
Unspecified (a pativratā woman; likely speaking in a dialogue context within Bhūmi-khaṇḍa)
Concept: Pativratā-niṣṭhā (steadfast fidelity and chastity) is portrayed as a form of tapas/tejas capable of protecting dharma and repelling adharma.
Application: Cultivate integrity so that your words carry weight; when confronting wrongdoing, let firmness arise from vows and principles, not from ego.
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: raudra
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A pativratā woman stands like a pillar, her posture unwavering, as a subtle ring of fiery radiance gathers around her—more spiritual than physical flame. The antagonist recoils, sensing that her chastity is not weakness but a blazing shield of dharma.","primary_figures":["pativratā woman","Gobhila/antagonist"],"setting":"Open courtyard or hermitage clearing, with a visible boundary line—threshold stones, rangoli, or a sacred cord—marking protected space","lighting_mood":"divine radiance","color_palette":["flame orange","saffron","charcoal black","pearl white","crimson"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: the pativratā centered with a radiant aureole of stylized flames, gold leaf emphasizing the fire-halo and her ornaments; antagonist pushed to the side in darker hues; rich reds/greens with dramatic gold highlights, traditional iconographic frontality conveying spiritual authority.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: elegant figure of the woman with refined features, a translucent flame aura painted in delicate washes; antagonist stepping back; soft landscape and architectural hints; emphasis on psychological tension and moral grandeur.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold flame motifs around the woman, thick outlines, intense eyes; saturated saffron and red for tejas, dark tones for the antagonist; temple-wall composition with symbolic gestures of vow and warning.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: central pativratā figure framed by lotus borders; stylized flame mandala behind her; deep indigo background with gold and vermillion detailing; decorative motifs amplify the sense of sacred protection."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"dramatic","suggested_raga":"Bhairavi","pace":"fast-dramatic","voice_tone":"authoritative","sound_elements":["conch shell (single call)","rising drone","crackling fire (symbolic)","sudden hush"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: यद्येवं = यदि + एवम्
FAQs
It emphasizes pativratā-dharma—steadfast fidelity and moral resolve—while condemning sinful speech and conduct.
It indicates the inner disposition of chastity, integrity, and unwavering commitment to one’s marital vow and dharma.
It functions as a stern moral warning: disrespectful or wicked speech toward a virtuous person (and toward dharma) is intolerable and invites severe consequences.