Shloka 3.60.1

सीतान्वेषणविलापः (Rama’s Lament and Search for Sita)

Devanagari script

भृशमाव्रजमानस्य तस्याधो वामलोचनम्।प्रास्फुरच्चास्खलद्रामो वेपथुश्चाप्य जायत।।3.60.1।।

Transliteration

bhṛśamāvrajamānasya tasyādho vāmalocanam |

prāsphuraccāskhaladrāmo vepathuścāpyajāyata ||

Translation

As Rāma hastened back, his left eye throbbed violently; he stumbled, and a tremor rose through his body.

Context

As Rama was returning( to the hermitage), his left eye throbbed repeatedly and he stumbled and his body trembled.

Characters & Entities

• Rama

FAQs

What is the significance of the left eye throbbing in this context?

In the context of ancient Indian 'Shakuna Shastra' (science of omens), the throbbing of the left eye for a male is considered an inauspicious sign (apashakuna), indicating impending danger or bad news. Here, it foreshadows the abduction of Sita.

How does this verse relate to the concept of Dharma and destiny?

The verse illustrates the connection between the physical world and cosmic order (Rta). Even an avatar like Rama is shown subject to the signs of nature, highlighting the inevitability of the narrative's tragic turn which is essential for the eventual re-establishment of Dharma through Ravana's defeat.