Shloka 2.14.65

सत्यपाशः — Kaikeyi’s Demand and the Noose of the King’s Promise

Devanagari script

सुमन्त्रश्चिन्तयामास त्वरितं चोदितस्तया।।।।व्यक्तं रामोऽभिषेकार्थमिहायास्यति धर्मवित्।

Transliteration

sumantraś cintayāmāsa tvaritaṃ coditas tayā | vyaktaṃ rāmo ’bhiṣekārtham ihāyāsyati dharmavit ||

Translation

Urged on by her, Sumantra reflected: “Surely Rama—the knower of dharma—will come here for the purpose of consecration.”

Context

Urged by Kaikeyi, Sumantra thought 'Righteous Rama will definitely come here for the purpose of installation'.

Characters & Entities

• Sumantra
• Kaikeyī
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Rama is identified as dharmavit, implying that a truly righteous person responds to rightful summons and public duty; dharma is treated as a guiding knowledge shaping conduct.

What is the narrative situation?

Sumantra assumes the summons concerns Rama’s coronation and expects Rama to arrive accordingly.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s reputation for dharma—reliability, discipline, and readiness to fulfill duty.