Ayutha Purusha is a concept associated with Lord Vishnu and
Bhagavan Sri Krishna in Hinduism. It is the personification of the weapons of
Vishnu and Krishna. The concept of Ayutha Purusha was developed by playwright
Bhasa between 4th and 5th century BC. It is found in the play titled Dootha Vakyam which is based on the peace mission by Sri Krishna to the court of
Kauravas in the Mahabharata.
An arrogant Kaurava prince, Duryodhana, attempts to imprison
Sri Krishna. The Lord then displays his Vishwaroopa and invites his weapon to
appear in human form. Thus Sudarshana Chakra, Saranga bow, Kaumodaki mace,
Panchajanya, Nandaka (sword) and bird Garuda appear in human form. The physical
description of Ayudha Purushas are found in the Dootha Vakyam.
Ayudha Purushas can found near the feet of images of Vishnu.
The most popular of them is found in the Dashavatara Temple at Deogarh.
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