Shloka 2.117.15

अत्र्याश्रमगमनम् तथा अनसूयोपदेशः (Arrival at Atri’s Hermitage and Anasuya’s Counsel)

Devanagari script

राजपुत्रि श्रुतमिदं मुनेरस्य समीरितम्।श्रेयोऽर्थमात्मनश्शीघ्रमभिगच्छ तपस्विनीम्।।।।

Transliteration

evaṃ bruvāṇaṃ tam ṛṣiṃ tathety uktvā sa rāghavaḥ |

sītām uvāca dharmajñām idaṃ vacanam uttamam ||

Translation

Thus, after saying “So be it” to the sage who spoke in this manner, Rāghava addressed Sītā—knower of dharma—with these excellent words.

Context

O princess, you have heard the message of the sage. Without delay approach the ascetic (Anasuya) for your welfare.

Characters & Entities

• Rāghava (Rāma)
• Sītā
• ṛṣi (Atri)

FAQs

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

Dharma is practiced through respectful acceptance of wise instruction (from a ṛṣi) and then guiding one’s family accordingly, preserving harmony between spiritual counsel and household duty.

What is the narrative situation?

After hearing Atri’s words about Anasūyā, Rāma agrees and turns to instruct Sītā.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s humility and discernment: he honors the sage’s guidance and communicates it thoughtfully to Sītā.