Shloka 2.15.41

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

Devanagari script

स वाजियुक्तेन रथेन सारथिःनराकुलं राजकुलं विराजयन्।वरूथिना रामगृहाभिपातिना पुरस्य सर्वस्य मनांसि हर्षयन्।।2.15.41।।

Transliteration

sa vājiyuktena rathena sārathiḥ

narākulaṃ rājakulaṃ virājayan |

varūthinā rāmagṛhābhipātinā

purasya sarvasya manāṃsi harṣayan || 2.15.41 ||

Translation

That charioteer, on a horse-yoked chariot fitted with a protective fender and heading toward Rama’s residence, moved through the people-filled royal precinct, delighting the hearts of the entire city.

Context

Mounted on a chariot, attached with a fender and driven by horses, the charioteeradvanced towards the royal palace of Rama delighting the minds of the people of the city.

Characters & Entities

• Sumantra
• Rama
• Ayodhya (city)
• royal precinct (rājakula)

FAQs

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

Dharma appears as orderly public life around rightful succession: the city rejoices as official movement and preparations proceed properly, indicating confidence in a just transition.

What is the narrative situation?

Sumantra rides in a properly equipped chariot toward Rama’s residence, passing through crowded royal areas as the city’s excitement builds.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Public-spirited service (sevā) and dutiful efficiency in royal administration, embodied by Sumantra’s purposeful approach.