Shloka 3.59.3

अरण्यकाण्डे एकोनषष्टितमः सर्गः — Maricha’s Mimic Cry and the Rama–Lakshmana–Sita Confrontation

Devanagari script

दृष्ट्वैवाभ्यागतं त्वां मे मैथिलीं त्यज्य लक्ष्मण।शङ्कमानं महत्पापं यत्सत्यं व्यथितं मनः।।।।

Transliteration

na hi te parituṣyāmi tyaktvā yad yāsi maithilīm |

kruddhāyāḥ paruṣaṃ śrutvā tāṃ vihāya tvam āgataḥ ||

Translation

I cannot be satisfied with you, for you came here leaving Maithilī behind, abandoning her merely upon hearing her harsh words spoken in anger.

Context

When I saw you, O Lakshmana, coming without Sita, my mind was oppressed with evil thought which have come true.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Maithili (Sita)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is unwavering protection and restraint: one should not abandon a dependent person due to momentary anger or harsh speech; duty must stand above emotional reaction.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama confronts Lakṣmaṇa for leaving Sītā alone and returning, interpreting it as improper despite Sītā’s angry words.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama emphasizes maryādā (proper conduct) and firmness in duty—especially the obligation to safeguard Sītā.