Shloka 25
Origin of Jaleśvara Tīrtha and the Devas’ Appeal to Śiva against Bāṇa/Tripura
Nārada’s Mission
तस्य भार्या महादेवी अनौपम्या तु नामतः
tasya bhāryā mahādevī anaupamyā tu nāmataḥ
ภรรยาของเขาเป็นมหาเทวี และตามนามเรียกว่า อนุปัมยา คือ “ผู้หาที่เปรียบมิได้”
Unspecified (narratorial voice within Svarga-khaṇḍa dialogue context)
Concept: The presence of a ‘mahādevī’ within the narrative signals śakti as the impetus for dharma-jijñāsā (inquiry into righteous means).
Application: Value the role of wise inquiry within family life; encourage questions that lead to ethical and devotional practice.
Primary Rasa: adbhuta
Secondary Rasa: shringara
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A poised, luminous woman stands within the household hall, introduced with reverent narration as ‘Mahādevī Anaupamyā’. Her composure suggests both worldly grace and spiritual authority, as if she is about to open a door to sacred instruction.","primary_figures":["Anaupamyā"],"setting":"Inner chamber or reception hall with lotus motifs, hanging lamps, and a small shrine niche in the background.","lighting_mood":"divine radiance","color_palette":["lotus pink","pearl white","saffron","deep teal","soft gold"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: Anaupamyā portrayed frontally with serene smile, gold leaf halo, rich silk sari in reds/greens, gem-studded ornaments; background shrine elements and lotus borders embossed with gold.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: graceful Anaupamyā in delicate profile, fine jewelry, translucent veil; soft architectural interior with floral patterns; gentle pastel palette and refined facial features.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: Anaupamyā with stylized large eyes, bold outlines, flat pigments; lotus and creeper borders; warm reds/yellows with green accents, temple-wall composition.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: Anaupamyā amid lotus clusters and ornate floral borders; deep blue background with gold highlights; peacocks and vines framing her as an embodiment of auspiciousness."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"narrative","suggested_raga":"Desh","pace":"moderate-narrative","voice_tone":"authoritative","sound_elements":["soft anklet chime","temple bells (faint)","incense-laden hush","distant vīṇā drone"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: महादेवी = महा + देवी (कर्मधारय); नामतः = नामन् + तस् (अव्ययीभाववत् अव्यय)
FAQs
She is identified as the wife of the previously mentioned figure, described honorifically as “Mahādevī,” and named Anaupamyā (“the incomparable”).
Not directly; it functions primarily as an identifying genealogical/detail verse, establishing a divine consort’s name and status.
It marks the wife as a highly revered, goddess-like figure, emphasizing her exalted stature rather than giving narrative action or doctrine.