Shloka 2.1.37

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

Devanagari script

वृद्धिकामो हि लोकस्य सर्वभूतानुकम्पनः।।।।मत्तः प्रियतरो लोके पर्जन्य इव वृष्टिमान्।

Transliteration

eṣā hy asya parā prītir hṛdi saṃparivartate | kadā nāma sutaṃ drakṣyāmy abhiṣiktam ahaṃ priyam ||

Translation

Such supreme affection for him kept turning over in his heart: “When indeed shall I see my beloved son anointed and consecrated?”

Context

(He said to himself) 'his (Rama's) only desire is to promote the prosperity of this world. He is one who shows compassion to all beings and is like the rain-god dearer than me to the people of the world'.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha
• Rāma
• Abhiṣeka (consecration)

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed as rightful succession and the king’s duty to establish a worthy heir for the stability of the realm.

What is the narrative situation?

Daśaratha longs to witness Rāma’s consecration, anticipating the transfer of royal responsibility.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Daśaratha’s devotion to righteous kingship through his trust in Rāma’s fitness to rule.