Shloka 2.115.25

पादुकाभिषेकः — The Consecration of Rama’s Sandals and Bharata’s Trusteeship at Nandigrama

Devanagari script

स वालव्यजनं छत्रं धारयामास स स्वयं।भरत श्शासनं सर्वं पादुकाभ्यां निवेदयन्।।।।

Transliteration

subhṛśaṃ ślāghanīyaṃ ca yad uktaṃ bharata tvayā | vacanaṃ bhrātṛvātsalyād anurūpaṃ tavaiva tat ||

Translation

O Bharata, the words you have spoken—born of deep affection for your brother—are exceedingly commendable, and such conduct truly befits you.

Context

Bharata reported everything relating to the kingdom to the sandals first. Waving the chamaras (a fan made of yak tail) himself, he held the royal parasol over them.

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Rama

FAQs

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

Dharma as fidelity to rightful relationships: fraternal loyalty aligned with justice is praised as socially and morally exemplary.

What is the narrative situation?

The court responds to Bharata’s refusal to accept kingship and his intention to keep the throne for Rama.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Bharata’s bhrātṛ-vātsalya (devoted love for his brother) and humility.