Shloka 48
Ratnagrīva’s Pilgrimage and the Prescribed Procedure for Visiting Sacred Tīrthas
निर्ययुर्ब्राह्मणास्तत्र शिष्यैः सह सुवेषिणः । आशिषं वरदानाढ्यां ददतो भूमिपं प्रति
niryayurbrāhmaṇāstatra śiṣyaiḥ saha suveṣiṇaḥ | āśiṣaṃ varadānāḍhyāṃ dadato bhūmipaṃ prati
Di sana para brāhmaṇa yang berpakaian indah berangkat bersama para murid, sambil mengurniakan kepada raja, tuan bumi, doa restu yang sarat dengan berkat dan anugerah.
Narrator (context not specified in the provided excerpt; commonly within the Pulastya–Bhīṣma dialogue frame in the Padma Purāṇa)
Concept: When spiritual leadership (brāhmaṇas/ācāryas) blesses righteous kingship, collective religious action becomes auspicious and fruitful.
Application: Seek guidance and blessings from trustworthy teachers/elders before major commitments; let learning be accompanied by humility and good conduct.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: adbhuta
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"Well-attired brāhmaṇas, accompanied by attentive disciples, set out in a dignified line, their hands raised in blessing toward the king. The king bows slightly, receiving a shower of auspicious words as lamps flicker and garlands sway in the morning breeze.","primary_figures":["brāhmaṇas","disciples (śiṣyas)","the King","minister"],"setting":"Temple approach road or palace-temple threshold; ritual umbrellas, waterpots, palm-leaf manuscripts, and garlands.","lighting_mood":"golden dawn","color_palette":["cream white","saffron","copper","forest green","sky blue"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: brāhmaṇas in pristine garments with gold leaf accents on ritual items, disciples holding manuscripts and waterpots, the king receiving blessings under an ornate arch, rich warm palette, embossed floral borders and shimmering highlights.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: graceful procession with delicate faces, soft dawn sky, brāhmaṇas blessing the king with subtle hand gestures, disciples carrying books, gentle naturalism and refined textile patterns.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: stylized brāhmaṇas and disciples in rhythmic formation, bold outlines, saturated saffron/green tones, king in respectful posture, temple motifs and lamp flames rendered iconically.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: symmetrical blessing scene framed by lotus borders, peacocks near the path, floral creepers, deep blue accents with gold highlights, conch-discuss motifs subtly integrated into the border."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"narrative","suggested_raga":"Durga","pace":"moderate-narrative","voice_tone":"reverent-soft","sound_elements":["Vedic-style benediction chants","footsteps on stone","temple bells","rustling garments","morning birds"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: निर्ययुर्ब्राह्मणाः = निर्ययुः ब्राह्मणाः. ददतो भूमिपं प्रति: participle ‘ददतः’ (gen. pl.) qualifies ‘ब्राह्मणाः’—‘of the brāhmaṇas who were giving (a blessing) to the king’.
FAQs
The verse describes brāhmaṇas, accompanied by their disciples, setting out and offering the king auspicious blessings and benedictions.
It reflects a dharmic social ideal in which spiritual authorities (brāhmaṇas) confer blessings upon the ruler, supporting righteous governance through sacred goodwill and counsel.
It highlights mutual responsibility: learned communities uphold dharma through blessings and guidance, while rulers are positioned as recipients who should honor and support dharma-aligned conduct.