Shloka 3.14.27

जटायुस्संवादः — Encounter with Jaṭāyu and the Genealogy of Beings (Aranyakanda 14)

Devanagari script

ततो दुहितरौ राम सुरभिर्द्वेव्यजायत।रोहिणीं नाम भद्रं ते गन्धर्वीं च यशस्स्विनीम्।।3.14.27।।

Transliteration

tato duhitarau rāma surabhir dve vyajāyata |

rohiṇīṁ nāma bhadraṁ te gandharvīṁ ca yaśasvinīm ||3.14.27||

Translation

Then, O Rāma, the divine Surabhi gave birth to two daughters—Rohiṇī by name, and the renowned Gandharvī. Blessings upon you.

Context

Surabhi gave birth to Rohini and Gandharvi,the two famous daughters. May you be happy, Rama!

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Surabhi
• Rohiṇī
• Gandharvī

FAQs

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

Dharma is upheld through faithful remembrance and transmission of origins (satya in narration). Lineage is treated as sacred knowledge that supports moral and cultural continuity.

What is the narrative situation?

Jaṭāyu continues a genealogical account, naming Surabhi’s daughters as part of a broader creation/lineage narration.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Reverent speech and blessing: Jaṭāyu addresses Rāma respectfully and offers benediction while teaching.