Agni Purana — Ayurveda, Shloka 13
अश्ववाहनसारः
Aśvavāhana-sāra) — Essentials of Horses as Mounts (and Horse-Treatment
हय गन्धर्वराजस्त्वं शृणुष्व वचनं गम गन्धर्वकुलजातस्त्वं माभूस्त्वं कुलदूषकः
haya gandharvarājastvaṃ śṛṇuṣva vacanaṃ gama gandharvakulajātastvaṃ mābhūstvaṃ kuladūṣakaḥ
ਹੇ ਹਯ, ਗੰਧਰਵਾਂ ਦੇ ਰਾਜਾ! ਮੇਰੀ ਗੱਲ ਸੁਣ ਅਤੇ ਚਲਾ ਜਾ। ਤੂੰ ਗੰਧਰਵ ਕੁਲ ਵਿੱਚ ਜੰਮਿਆ ਹੈਂ; ਆਪਣੇ ਕੁਲ ਨੂੰ ਦੂਸ਼ਿਤ ਨਾ ਕਰ।
Narrator in Agni Purana’s dialogue frame (traditionally Agni instructing Vasiṣṭha), quoting an admonisher addressing Haya, the Gandharva-king
Vidya Category: {"primary_vidya":"Dharmashastra","secondary_vidya":"Avatara-Katha","practical_application":"Ethical counsel emphasizing kula-dharma (family honor) and restraint in conduct; used in teaching proper behavior and lineage responsibility.","sutra_style":false}
Encyclopedic Reference: {"reference_type":"Commentary","entry_title":"Kula-dharma Counsel to Haya Gandharvarāja: Do Not Defile the Lineage","lookup_keywords":["haya-gandharva","kula-dushaka","kula-dharma","ethical-counsel","gandharva-raja"],"quick_summary":"An admonition to a Gandharva king to heed counsel and avoid actions that stain family lineage—framing ethics as protection of social-spiritual capital."}
Alamkara Type: Sambodhana (direct address)
Concept: Kula-dharma and personal conduct: one’s actions reflect upon and preserve (or damage) lineage integrity.
Application: Apply as ethical guidance in governance and personal life: avoid behavior that brings disgrace; heed wise counsel and withdraw from adharmic paths.
Khanda Section: Narrative / Gandharva-episode (Ethical counsel on lineage and conduct)
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: karuna
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A dignified counselor addresses Haya, king of Gandharvas, urging him to listen and depart; the Gandharva court setting underscores lineage and honor.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural, celestial court with Gandharvas, Haya as regal figure, a sage/minister raising a hand in admonition; restrained expressions, ornate crowns, musical instruments in background, temple-mural palette.","tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore, royal Gandharva seated on throne with gold work, counselor in front with gesture of instruction; rich jewelry, embossed gold, architectural arch behind.","mysore_prompt":"Mysore style, refined court scene with clear narrative: speech scroll or subtle text band indicating counsel; soft colors, detailed garments, emphasis on facial calm and moral gravity.","mughal_miniature_prompt":"Mughal miniature, intimate durbar: counselor leaning forward, Haya turning away as if to depart; fine textiles, patterned carpet, delicate architectural frame, expressive but controlled gestures."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"contemplative","suggested_raga":"Kalyan","pace":"slow","voice_tone":"epic"}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: गन्धर्वराजस्त्वं→गन्धर्वराजः त्वम्. गन्धर्वकुलजातस्त्वं→गन्धर्वकुलजातः त्वम्. माभूस्त्वं→मा भूः त्वम् (visarga before त् becomes स् in writing).
Related Themes: Agni Purana 287 (Gandharva episode context)
FAQs
No ritual technique is taught here; the verse imparts practical dharma—restraint and right conduct so one does not disgrace one’s lineage (kuladharma).
Alongside ritual, polity, medicine, and arts, the Agni Purana also preserves social-ethical instruction; this verse exemplifies its coverage of conduct, reputation, and lineage-based responsibility within narrative settings.
It warns that dishonouring one’s lineage through wrongful acts brings demerit and social-spiritual downfall; guarding one’s conduct supports dharma and preserves merit (puṇya) and good repute.