Shloka 2.118.26

अनसूयोपदेशः तथा सीताया स्वयंवरकथा (Anasuya’s Counsel and Sita’s Swayamvara Narrative)

Devanagari script

एवमुक्ता तु सा सीता तां ततो धर्मचारिणीम्।श्रूयतामिति चोक्त्वा वै कथयामास तां कथाम्।।2.118.26।।

Transliteration

evam uktā tu sā sītā tāṃ tato dharmacāriṇīm | śrūyatām iti coktvā vai kathayāmāsa tāṃ kathām ||2.118.26||

Translation

Thus addressed, Sītā said to that righteous practitioner, “Listen,” and then proceeded to recount the entire story.

Context

'Listen' said Sita, thus addressed, and began relating the story to Anasuya, a performer of austerities.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Anasūyā

FAQs

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

Dharma is upheld through truthful, respectful communication: Sītā responds obediently to a sage-woman’s request and prepares to narrate faithfully.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā accepts Anasūyā’s request and begins telling the background of her life and marriage.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s readiness to speak with clarity and respect, honoring a dharmic questioner.