Shloka 6
Yayāti, Yadu’s Refusal, and the Merit of the Mother–Father Tīrtha
दुष्टभावं तयोश्चापि साऽज्ञासीत्कामजा तदा । राज्ञे सर्वं तया विप्र कथितं तत्क्षणादिह
duṣṭabhāvaṃ tayoścāpi sā'jñāsītkāmajā tadā | rājñe sarvaṃ tayā vipra kathitaṃ tatkṣaṇādiha
ครั้งนั้นกามชาเองก็ล่วงรู้เจตนาชั่วของคนทั้งสอง โอ้พราหมณ์ นางได้กราบทูลเรื่องทั้งหมด ณ ที่นี้แด่พระราชาโดยฉับพลัน
Narrator addressing a brāhmaṇa (vipra) within the ongoing dialogue context of Bhūmi-khaṇḍa
Concept: Hidden malice (duṣṭa-bhāva) is ultimately revealed; timely truthful reporting can prevent greater adharma, though it may intensify conflict in the short term.
Application: When you perceive harmful intent, document facts and communicate responsibly to appropriate authority; avoid gossip, aim for protection of the vulnerable.
Primary Rasa: bhayanaka
Secondary Rasa: raudra
Type: city
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"Kāmajā stands at the edge of the royal court, her expression alert and resolute, as she urgently reports the two women’s wicked intent to the king. Courtiers lean in; the king’s face hardens as the truth lands, and the atmosphere shifts from private rivalry to public consequence.","primary_figures":["Kāmajā","the king (unnamed)","court brāhmaṇa (vipra witness)","courtiers","guards"],"setting":"Royal audience hall with a lion-throne, hanging lamps, and a central aisle; a brāhmaṇa advisor seated to one side as moral witness.","lighting_mood":"temple lamp-lit","color_palette":["deep crimson","lamp-gold","midnight blue","stone gray","jade green"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: grand durbar scene with gold leaf throne and ornate arches; Kāmajā in the foreground speaking with urgency; the king listening sternly; a vipra advisor with sacred thread and palm-leaf manuscript; rich reds/greens, gem-studded crowns, intricate gold embellishment on pillars and textiles.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: airy court interior with delicate detailing; Kāmajā’s urgency shown through forward-leaning posture and raised hand; the king’s measured reaction; cool blues and muted reds; refined facial expressions and subtle narrative tension.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold outlines, stylized throne and lamps; Kāmajā’s wide eyes and emphatic gesture; vipra advisor clearly marked with yajñopavīta; warm yellow-red palette with green accents, temple-wall composition.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: ornate floral borders and lotus motifs framing a court disclosure scene; symbolic dark cloud patterns above the rival figures (off-scene) and a bright lamp aura around truthful speech; deep blue ground with gold highlights and patterned textiles."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"dramatic","suggested_raga":"Bhairavi","pace":"fast-dramatic","voice_tone":"authoritative","sound_elements":["court hall echo","staff taps of guards","sudden hush of courtiers","single bell chime marking revelation"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: तयोश्चापि = तयोः + च + अपि; साऽज्ञासीत् = सा + अज्ञासीत्; तत्क्षणादिह = तत्क्षणात् + इह।
FAQs
Kāmajā realizes the malicious intention of two persons and immediately informs the king of the entire matter.
The verse highlights vigilance and timely disclosure of wrongdoing—reporting harmful intent to rightful authority to prevent further harm.
Not directly; it is primarily narrative and ethical, focusing on conduct (dharma) and the king’s role as a responsible authority.