Narada Purana — Purva Bhaga, Shloka 45
The Account of Kārtavīrya’s Protective Kavaca
Kārtavīrya-kavaca-vṛttānta
विचरामि दिवा रात्रौ निर्भयेनांतरात्मना । राजमार्गे महादुर्गे मार्गे चौरा दिसंकुले ॥ ४५ ॥
vicarāmi divā rātrau nirbhayenāṃtarātmanā | rājamārge mahādurge mārge caurā disaṃkule || 45 ||
ข้าพเจ้าเที่ยวไปทั้งกลางวันและกลางคืน ด้วยจิตภายในอันไร้ความหวาดกลัว—ทั้งบนถนนหลวง บนทางอันกันดารยิ่ง และแม้บนทางที่คลาคล่ำด้วยโจร
Narada (in dialogue context with Sanatkumara tradition)
Vrata: none
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: shanta
FAQs
It highlights abhaya (fearlessness) born from inner steadiness—when the mind is rooted in the inner Self, external dangers (even thieves or perilous roads) do not disturb one’s spiritual composure.
Bhakti matures into trust and surrender that stabilizes the heart; such inner refuge makes a devotee steady in all conditions—day or night, safe roads or threatening places—without losing remembrance of the Divine.
It reflects the practical sādhana-side of dharma taught alongside technical learning: self-discipline and mental control (inner steadiness) are essential supports for any Vedic pursuit, including study, recitation, and regulated conduct.