Shloka 2.1.34

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

Devanagari script

एतैस्तु बहुभिर्युक्तं गुणैरनुपमैस्सुतम्।।।।दृष्ट्वा दशरथो राजा चक्रे चिन्तां परन्तपः।

Transliteration

etais tu bahubhir yuktaṃ guṇair anupamaiḥ sutam | dṛṣṭvā daśaratho rājā cakre cintāṃ parantapaḥ |

Translation

Seeing his son endowed with these many incomparable virtues, King Daśaratha—the subduer of foes—began to ponder deeply.

Context

Observing his son endowed with such innumerable and incomparable virtues, king Dasaratha, subduer of enemies started thinking.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Rajadharma includes timely recognition of merit: a king must reflect on succession when a worthy heir is ready to protect dharma and the people.

What is the narrative situation?

The description of Rāma’s virtues leads to Daśaratha’s decision-making—his thoughts turn toward installing Rāma as king.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Discernment in governance: Daśaratha’s reflective responsibility as a ruler and father.