Shloka 2.119.1

अनसूयाप्रीतिदानम् — Anasūyā’s Blessing and the Forest Path

Devanagari script

अनसूया तु धर्मज्ञा श्रुत्वा तां महतीं कथाम्।पर्यष्वजत बाहुभ्यां शिरस्याघ्राय मैथिलीम्।।।।

Transliteration

anasūyā tu dharmajñā śrutvā tāṁ mahatīṁ kathām | paryaṣvajata bāhubhyāṁ śirasy āghrāya maithilīm ||

Translation

Righteous Anasūyā, versed in dharma, having heard that great account, drew Maithilī into her arms and kissed her upon the head in affection.

Context

Then righteous Anasuya, having heard the great story of Sita, kissed her on the forehead and embraced her with both the arms.

Characters & Entities

• Anasūyā
• Sītā (Maithilī)

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed as compassionate hospitality—honouring a virtuous guest with sincere affection and respect.

What is the narrative situation?

After hearing Sītā’s account, Anasūyā responds with maternal warmth, embracing and kissing her.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Anasūyā’s dharma-jñatā (moral discernment) and loving compassion toward a guest who embodies fidelity and truth.