Valmiki Ramayana 6.64.28 — Yuddha Kanda, Sarga 64, Shloka 28
महोदर-वाक्यं कुम्भकर्ण-प्रतिषेधः
Mahodara’s Counsel and the Critique of Kumbhakarna’s Solo Assault
प्रीतोनामततोभूत्वाभृत्यानांत्वमरिन्दम ।भोगांश्चपरिवारांश्चकामांश्चवसुदापय ।।।।
prīto nāma tato bhūtvā bhṛtyānāṁ tvam arindama |
bhogāṁś ca parivārāṁś ca kāmāṁś ca vasudāpaya ||
O Bezwinger der Feinde, dann, als Zeichen der Freude, gewähre den Dienern und Gefolgsleuten Genüsse und Gaben und spende ihnen Reichtum nach ihrem Wunsch.
"O tamer of enemies! In the name of expression of happiness, thereafter gift items of enjoyment to the attendants, and companions and granting wealth as per their desire.
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It highlights rājadharma: a leader should express gratitude and ensure the welfare of servants and companions through appropriate rewards and support.
By openly acknowledging satisfaction and repaying service with fitting gifts, the leader’s conduct remains truthful—actions align with inner intent and publicly affirmed goodwill.
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