Shloka 2.15.42

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

Devanagari script

ततस्समासाद्य महाधनं महत्प्रहृष्टरोमा स बभूब सारथिः। मृर्गैर्मयूरैश्च समाकुलोल्बणं गृहं वरार्हस्य शचीपतेरिव।।2.15.42।।

Transliteration

tatas samāsādya mahādhanaṃ mahat

prahṛṣṭaromā sa babhūva sārathiḥ |

mṛgair mayūraiś ca samākulolbaṇaṃ

gṛhaṃ varārhasya śacīpater iva || 2.15.42 ||

Translation

Then, reaching that vast and opulent residence—alive with deer and peacocks, splendidly bustling like the palace of Śacī’s lord, Indra—the charioteer’s hair stood on end in joy.

Context

Having reached the palace abounding in deer and peacocks which resembled the magnificent and opulent abode of Indra, the charioteer was thrilled at the all-pervading beauty of the place befitting Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Sumantra
• Rama
• Indra (Śacīpati)
• deer (mṛga)
• peacocks (mayūra)

FAQs

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

Dharma is associated with “arhatā” (worthiness): Rama is portrayed as deserving of royal prosperity, implying that true legitimacy and abundance should align with virtue.

What is the narrative situation?

Sumantra arrives at Rama’s grand residence and is emotionally moved by its beauty and auspicious liveliness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s worthiness and auspicious presence—so fitting that his dwelling is compared to Indra’s.