Shloka 14
Instruction to Śatrughna and the Mobilization for Rāma’s Aśvamedha
विततबहुसमृद्धिभ्राजमाना रथा मे पवनजवनवेगैर्वाजिभिर्युज्यमानाः । विविधरिपुविनाशस्मारकैरायुधास्त्रैर्भृतवलभिविभागानीयतां सूतवृंदैः
vitatabahusamṛddhibhrājamānā rathā me pavanajavanavegairvājibhiryujyamānāḥ | vividharipuvināśasmārakairāyudhāstrairbhṛtavalabhivibhāgānīyatāṃ sūtavṛṃdaiḥ
मम रथाः विततबहुसमृद्धिभ्राजमानाः, पवनजवनवेगैर्वाजिभिर्युक्ताः; विविधरिपुविनाशस्मारकैः आयुधास्त्रैः समुपेताः, भृतवलभिविभागसहिताः, सूतवृन्दैः अत्र आनयन्ताम्।
Unspecified (context not provided; imperative addressed to charioteers)
Concept: True strength includes foresight—provisions, organization, and right deployment—not merely weapons.
Application: When pursuing a demanding goal, prepare resources and roles clearly; excellence is sustained by planning, not impulse.
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: adbhuta
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"Radiant chariots roll forward, their panels inlaid with metalwork and banners, while wind-swift horses are yoked in perfect symmetry. Charioteers coordinate weapon racks and supply bundles, and the chariots gleam as if announcing the downfall of hostile hosts.","primary_figures":["charioteers (sūta-vṛnda)","armored warriors","yoked horses"],"setting":"royal staging ground with chariots aligned in rows, supply crates, quivers, and spear bundles arranged by division","lighting_mood":"temple lamp-lit","color_palette":["antique gold","lacquer red","sapphire blue","ivory white","smoke black"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: opulent chariots with gold-leaf filigree, gemmed hubs, and richly dressed charioteers; horses yoked in pairs, weaponry displayed like sacred emblems; deep reds and greens, gold leaf on wheels and armor, frontal iconic symmetry with ornate borders.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: refined chariots with delicate ornament, horses in fluid motion, charioteers gesturing to attendants arranging supplies; cool palette, detailed textiles, distant landscape and airy sky, lyrical sense of ordered movement.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: stylized chariots and horses with bold outlines, rhythmic repetition of wheels and banners, flat pigments; expressive eyes, ceremonial order, border motifs reminiscent of temple murals.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: chariot procession framed by intricate floral borders and lotus medallions; deep blue ground with gold highlights, patterned wheels and banners, peacocks and stylized clouds, dense decorative detailing."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"dramatic","suggested_raga":"Desh","pace":"moderate-narrative","voice_tone":"authoritative","sound_elements":["wheel rumble","whip snap","conch shell","drum cadence","banner flutter"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: pavanajavanavegairvājibhiḥ = pavana-javana-vegaiḥ + vājibhiḥ; vājibhiryujyamānāḥ = vājibhiḥ + yujyamānāḥ; smārakairāyudhāstraiḥ = smārakaiḥ + āyudha-astraiḥ; vibhāgānīyatām = vibhāga + ānīyatām; sūtavṛṃdaiḥ = sūta + vṛṃdaiḥ.
FAQs
The speaker commands that his resplendent, well-equipped chariots be brought by the charioteers (sūta-vṛnda).
It highlights swift wind-like horses, abundant splendor, and a full complement of weapons and supplies—suggesting complete preparation for conflict or a major expedition.
It underscores disciplined preparedness: effective action requires proper resources, organization (vibhāga), and trained personnel to execute orders.