Shloka 5
Praise of Devotion to Viṣṇu
The Supremacy of Hari’s Name over All Tīrthas
जितं तेन जितं तेन जितमेव न संशयः । हरिरेव समाराध्यः सर्वदेवेश्वरेश्वरः
jitaṃ tena jitaṃ tena jitameva na saṃśayaḥ | harireva samārādhyaḥ sarvadeveśvareśvaraḥ
اسی سے فتح ہے—اسی سے فتح ہے؛ بے شک یہی فتح ہے، کوئی شک نہیں۔ عبادت کے لائق صرف ہری ہیں، جو تمام دیوتاؤں کے دیوتاؤں کے بھی پروردگارِ اعلیٰ ہیں۔
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Concept: True victory is assured through exclusive worship of Hari, the Lord of all gods.
Application: Reduce spiritual scattering: choose a primary iṣṭa (Hari/Viṣṇu) and make daily worship consistent—japa, pūjā, and ethical living aligned to that center.
Primary Rasa: vira
Secondary Rasa: adbhuta
Visual Art Cues: {"scene_description":"A cosmic court scene where the devas stand in reverence as Hari radiates at the center, calm yet sovereign. The word ‘jitam’ appears as a repeating mantra-like ribbon, symbolizing assured victory through single-minded worship.","primary_figures":["Hari/Viṣṇu (Nārāyaṇa)","Indra","Brahmā","Śiva (as deva among devas)","assembled devas"],"setting":"Celestial sabhā with jeweled pillars, clouds as terraces, and a central lotus-throne","lighting_mood":"divine radiance","color_palette":["deep indigo","molten gold","coral red","turquoise","ivory"],"tanjore_prompt":"Tanjore painting style: Viṣṇu enthroned on a lotus with śaṅkha-cakra-gadā-padma, massive gold leaf halo and embossed aureole, devas in symmetrical rows offering garlands, rich reds/greens, gem-studded crowns, ornate arch (prabhāmaṇḍala) with gold relief; decorative script band repeating ‘jitam’ as a border motif.","pahari_prompt":"Pahari miniature style: celestial assembly with airy clouds and pale blue gradients, Viṣṇu central on lotus seat, devas with refined features and delicate jewelry, subtle gold highlights, lyrical composition emphasizing serenity within majesty.","kerala_mural_prompt":"Kerala mural style: bold outlines, Viṣṇu as dominant central figure with stylized eyes, devas flanking in rhythmic poses, saturated reds/yellows/greens, ornamental cloud bands and lotus motifs, temple-wall grandeur.","pichwai_prompt":"Pichwai cloth painting style: Krishna/Hari enthroned with ornate lotus mandala, intricate floral borders and peacocks, deep blue ground with gold detailing, attendant devas as decorative figures, repeating victory-mantra motifs woven into the textile-like pattern."}
Audio Atmosphere: {"recitation_mood":"celebratory","suggested_raga":"Desh","pace":"moderate-narrative","voice_tone":"authoritative","sound_elements":["conch shell","temple drums (mridanga)","cymbals","celestial chimes"]}
Sandhi Resolution Notes: जितमेव = जितम् + एव; हरिरेव = हरिः + एव; सर्वदेवेश्वरेश्वरः = सर्वदेवेश्वर + ईश्वरः (समास-सन्धि)
FAQs
It states that Hari alone is to be worshipped, presenting devotion to Viṣṇu as the decisive spiritual practice that leads to “victory” (success) without doubt.
It asserts a hierarchical supremacy: Hari (Viṣṇu) is the ultimate sovereign, even above the various divine “lords” (īśvaras) worshipped within the broader pantheon.
The repetition stresses certainty and focus: by committing to the indicated principle—here, worship of Hari—one overcomes obstacles and attains assured success, rather than wavering among doubts or competing aims.