Shloka 3.44.1

मारीचवधः — The Slaying of Maricha (Golden Deer Deception)

Devanagari script

तथा तु तं समादिश्य भ्रातरं रघुनन्दनः।बबन्धासिं महातेजा जाम्बूनदमयत्सरुम्।।।।

Transliteration

tathā tu taṃ samādiśya bhrātaraṃ raghunandanaḥ | babandhāsiṃ mahātejā jāmbūnadamayatsarum ||

Translation

Thus, having instructed his brother, the glorious Rāma—delight of the Raghu line—fastened at his waist his sword with a golden hilt.

Context

The brilliant Rama, delight of the Raghu dynasty, thus instructed his brother and fastened a sword with a golden handle to his waist.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma (Raghunandana)
• Lakṣmaṇa (brother; implied)
• asi (sword)
• jāmbūnada (gold)

FAQs

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

Dharma for a protector includes readiness and responsible action; Rāma equips himself after giving instructions, showing disciplined preparedness.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma, after directing Lakṣmaṇa, arms himself before setting out in connection with the deer episode.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s composed leadership and kṣatriya-like preparedness—acting with order (instruction first, then action).