Mriga Pakshi Shastra

Author(s): Hamsadeva, M Sundaracharya
Publisher: V Krishnaswamy

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smooth. They can withstand difficulties of work. They have stout and strong necks. They bite their teeth often showing their anger
when punished. They are fond of war and hunting.
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[4th variety of HORSES]
(ARVAN)
They are very short in size and are different colours. Though they can not run swift, they can work well. They are always, happy. Their cries are like thunder. They are very pleasing to their masters and they are fond of sweet words. They take a little food and they have little anger. They walk very beautifully. They have broad eyes. They erect their penis long when they are very passionate. They are always peaceful and healthy. They fear hunting. They are shrewd having smooth-bodies. They like beautiful sceneries. They are very faithful servants. They can carry heavy burdens.
[5th variety of HORSES]
(VAHA)
These are red in colour throughout their bodies but their faces and legs are white. They have much power, strength and anger. They are always short, but lengthy and have hanging testicles. Their cries are pleasant. They have long and stout necks. They work hard and well when punished. They possess strong memory, red tongues and long tails. They are always kind and submissive to their masters Generally they have visible good curls (marks) on their bodies.
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