Shloka 2.1.3

गुणप्रशंसा–युवराजनिर्णयः (Praise of Rama’s Virtues and the Decision on the Heir-Apparent)

Devanagari script

तत्रापि निवसन्तौ तौ तर्प्यमाणौ च कामतः।भ्रातरौ स्मरतां वीरौ वृद्धं दशरथं नृपम्।।।।

Transliteration

tatrāpi nivasantau tau tarpyamāṇau ca kāmataḥ | bhrātarau smaratāṃ vīrau vṛddhaṃ daśarathaṃ nṛpam ||

Translation

Even while dwelling there, content as they wished, the two heroic brothers kept remembering their aged father, King Daśaratha.

Context

Though both the heroic brothers stayed there satisfied on their own they constantly remembered their aged father.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Daśaratha

FAQs

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

Filial dharma: even in comfort, one remains mindful of duty and affection toward parents, especially an aged father.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration notes the brothers’ inner state: despite being satisfied where they are, their thoughts return to Daśaratha.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Gratitude and familial loyalty—steady remembrance and concern for their father.