Shloka 3.7.5

सुतीक्ष्णाश्रमप्रवेशः — Entry into Sutikshna’s Hermitage

Devanagari script

तत्र तापसमासीनं मलपङ्कजटाधरम्।रामस्सुतीक्ष्णं विधिवत्तपोवृद्धमभाषत।।3.7.5।।

Transliteration

tam evam uktvoparamaṃ rāmaḥ sandhyām upāgamat || 3.7.22 ||

Translation

Having spoken thus, Rāma fell silent; and the time of evening twilight drew near.

Context

There at the hermitage was Sutikshna, an ascetic grown old with (long) penance, wearing soiled, matted locks and seated. Rama (first) addressed him as per custom.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• evening twilight (sandhyā)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes rhythm and discipline: the approach of sandhyā signals time-bound duties (prayer/oblation) that order a righteous life.

What is the narrative situation?

The conversation pauses as evening arrives, transitioning the scene toward twilight rites and rest.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Composure and observance of proper timing—knowing when to conclude speech and attend to duty.