Shloka 2.115.4

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

Devanagari script

एतच्छ्रुत्वा शुभं वाक्यं भरतस्य महात्मनः।अब्रुवन्मन्त्रिणस्सर्वे वसिष्ठश्च पुरोहितः।।।।

Transliteration

rāmāgamanam ākāṅkṣan bharato bhrātṛ-vatsalaḥ | bhrātur vacana-kārī ca pratijñā-pāragaḥ tathā || pāduke tv abhiṣicyātha nandigrāme ’vasat tadā |

Translation

Longing for Rama’s return, Bharata—devoted to his brother, obedient to his brother’s word, and steadfast in his vow—consecrated the sandals and then dwelt at Nandigrāma.

Context

Hearing the auspicious words of the magnanimous Bharata the counsellors, priests including Vasistha replied:

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Rama
• Nandigrāma
• Pādukā (Rama’s sandals)

FAQs

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

Truth to one’s vow and rightful authority: Bharata formalizes Rama’s sovereignty through the sandals, ruling only as a trustee.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharata establishes symbolic kingship of Rama via the pādukā and resides in Nandigrāma awaiting Rama.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Pratijñā-pālana (keeping a pledge) and obedience to dharmic authority (Rama’s rightful claim).