Agni Purana — Mantra-shastra, Shloka 11
Trailokya-mohinī Śrī-Lakṣmī-ādi-pūjā and Durgā-yoga
Protective and Siddhi Rites
आग्नेयादिषु पत्रेषु गुग्गुलुश् च कुरुण्टकः दमकः सलिलश्चेति हस्तिनी रजतप्रभाः
āgneyādiṣu patreṣu gugguluś ca kuruṇṭakaḥ damakaḥ salilaśceti hastinī rajataprabhāḥ
आग्नेयादिषु पत्रेषु गुग्गुलुः कुरुण्टकः दमकः सलिलश्चेति। एते हस्तिनी रजतप्रभा इति च कथ्यन्ते॥
Lord Agni (narrating encyclopedic topics to the sage Vasiṣṭha in the Agni Purana’s didactic frame)
Vidya Category: {"primary_vidya":"Ayurveda","secondary_vidya":"Samanya","practical_application":"Dravyaguṇa identification: recognizing a plant-group and its synonyms (nighaṇṭu-style) to avoid confusion in formulation and procurement.","sutra_style":true}
Encyclopedic Reference: {"reference_type":"List","entry_title":"Āgneyādi-patra-varga: Guggulu, Kuruṇṭaka, Damaka, Salila; synonyms Hastinī/Rajataprabhā","lookup_keywords":["Āgneyā","Guggulu","Kuruṇṭaka","Damaka","Salila"],"quick_summary":"This verse functions as a materia-medica index: it lists plants within an ‘Āgneyādi’ leaf-group and supplies alternate names (Hastinī, Rajataprabhā), aiding correct identification in Ayurvedic usage."}
Dosha: Tridosha
Concept: Right knowledge includes correct naming and classification (saṃjñā-jñāna) to support effective practice.
Application: Maintain a synonym register (paryāya) for local markets and physicians to ensure consistent drug identity across regions.
Khanda Section: Ayurveda (Dravyaguṇa / Medicinal plants and formulations)
Primary Rasa: shanta
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A physician-scholar cataloging medicinal plants: guggulu resin and leaves labeled Āgneyā, Kuruṇṭaka, Damaka, Salila, with synonym tags Hastinī and Rajataprabhā.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural: Ayurvedic vaidya in a palm-leaf manuscript setting, stylized plants and resin lumps arranged in rows, labels in Devanagari, earthy greens and ochres, temple-clinic ambience.","tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore: still-life of medicinal dravyas—guggulu resin, dried leaves—presented on a ceremonial tray with gold accents; a scribe noting synonyms; rich maroons and gold foil detailing.","mysore_prompt":"Mysore: botanical-instruction plate—clean outlines of each plant part (leaf/resin), annotated names and synonyms; soft pastel background, precise labeling.","mughal_miniature_prompt":"Mughal miniature: apothecary garden scene with attendants collecting resin and leaves; a scholar writing a glossary of names; fine botanical detail and patterned borders."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"instructional","suggested_raga":null,"pace":"medium","voice_tone":"instructional"}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: सलिलश्चेति = सलिलः + च + इति.
Related Themes: Agni Purana (Ayurveda/dravyaguṇa sections contiguous to this passage)
FAQs
Ayurvedic dravyaguṇa knowledge: the verse catalogs medicinal substances and their synonym-names within a leaf/herb classification, useful for correct identification in formulations.
It exemplifies the Agni Purana’s nighaṇṭu-like, reference-manual style—preserving technical nomenclature (multiple names for the same drug) so practitioners can match regional or textual synonyms in medical recipes.
By enabling accurate preparation and administration of healing remedies (notably drugs like guggulu), the instruction supports dharma through protection of life and health, traditionally regarded as a meritorious, purifying service.