Shloka 2.106.14

भरतवाक्यं—रामस्य पुनरायोध्यागमननिषेधः (Bharata’s Plea and Rama’s Refusal to Return)

Devanagari script

साध्वर्थमभिसन्धाय क्रोधान्मोहाच्च साहसात्।तातस्य यदतिक्रान्तं प्रत्याहरतु तद्भवान्।।।।

Transliteration

sādhv artham abhisandhāya krodhān mohāc ca sāhasāt |

tātasya yad atikrāntaṃ pratyāharatu tad bhavān ||

Translation

Having well considered what is truly dharma, undo whatever transgression our father committed through anger, delusion, or reckless impulse.

Context

Our father has trangressed righteousness due to anger or delusion or recklessness. Therefore, you may think over the matter prudently and set it right.

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Rama
• Dasaratha

FAQs

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

Dharma can require restoration: when a harmful decision arises from anger, delusion, or rashness, a righteous agent should thoughtfully set it right.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharata urges Rama to reverse the consequences of Dasaratha’s decision (Rama’s exile) and return to rightful kingship.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prudence (vicāra) and responsibility: Rama is asked to act as a moral restorer, not merely an obedient sufferer.