Shloka 3.15.24

पञ्चवटी-निवासः (Settlement at Pañcavaṭī and Construction of the Hermitage)

Devanagari script

सहसा लक्ष्मणः श्रीमान् नदीं गोदावरीं तदा।स्नात्वा पद्मानि चादाय सफलः पुनरागतः।।।।

Transliteration

sahasā lakṣmaṇaḥ śrīmān nadīṃ godāvarīṃ tadā |

snātvā padmāni cādāya saphalaḥ punar āgataḥ || 3.15.24 ||

Translation

At once the handsome Lakṣmaṇa went to the Godāvarī River; having bathed, he gathered lotuses and returned, his task fulfilled.

Context

Lakshmana then went to river Godavari, had his bath, and returned with some lotuses.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Godāvarī (river)
• padma (lotus)

FAQs

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

Śauca and readiness in duty: purity (bathing) and timely preparation support righteous living and proper observance in a new dwelling.

What is the narrative situation?

After completing the hut, Lakṣmaṇa goes to the Godāvarī, bathes, and brings lotuses—materials for worship/auspicious rites.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prompt initiative and ritual-minded care—Lakṣmaṇa anticipates what is needed for auspicious settlement.