Shloka 3.12.25

अगस्त्याश्रमप्रवेशः तथा दिव्यायुधप्रदानम् (Entry into Agastya’s Hermitage and the Gift of Divine Weapons)

Devanagari script

अभिवाद्य तु धर्मात्मा तस्थौ रामः कृताञ्जलिः।सीतया सह वैदेह्या तदा रामः सलक्ष्मणः।।।।

Transliteration

abhivādya tu dharmātmā tasthau rāmaḥ kṛtāñjaliḥ |

sītayā saha vaidehyā tadā rāmaḥ salakṣmaṇaḥ ||

Translation

After offering salutations, righteous-souled Rāma stood with hands folded in añjali—together with Sītā of Videha, and with Lakṣmaṇa.

Context

Then righteous Rama with Sita, the princess of Videha, and Lakshmana offered respects with folded palms-standing.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Sītā
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Videha

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Dharma is shown as maryādā (proper conduct): respectful posture, folded hands, and formal greeting toward a revered guest/elder.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma, Sītā, and Lakṣmaṇa complete their respectful salutation and stand reverently before Agastya.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s self-restraint and exemplary courtesy.