Shloka 2.15.12

अभिषेकसज्जा तथा सुमन्त्रस्य प्रेषणम् (Coronation Preparations and Sumantra’s Commission)

Devanagari script

अष्टौ च कन्या माङ्गल्या स्सर्वाभरणभूषिताः।।2.15.12।।वादित्राणि च सर्वाणि वन्दिनश्च तथाऽपरे।

Transliteration

aṣṭau ca kanyā māṅgalyāḥ sarvābharaṇa-bhūṣitāḥ || 2.15.12 ||

vāditrāṇi ca sarvāṇi vandinaś ca tathāpare |

Translation

Eight auspicious maidens, adorned with every ornament, and all kinds of musical instruments—along with panegyrists and others—stood ready for the ceremony.

Context

Eight auspicious maidens adorned with all types of ornaments, all sorts of musical instruments, panegyrists and others (were in waiting).

Characters & Entities

• अष्ट कन्या (eight maidens)
• वादित्र (musical instruments)
• वन्दिन् (panegyrists/bards)
• अभिषेक (coronation context)

FAQs

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

Dharma is presented as communal participation in righteous governance: society supports legitimate rule through sanctioned rites, blessings, and public celebration.

What is the narrative situation?

Participants essential to the festive-ritual atmosphere—maidens, musicians, and bards—are assembled for Rāma’s consecration.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Collective devotion and harmony: the community aligns itself to uphold the royal rite with auspicious presence and praise.