Shloka 2.16.13

सुमन्त्रदर्शनम् तथा रामस्य राजदर्शनाय प्रस्थानम् (Sumantra Meets Rama; Rama Departs to See the King)

Devanagari script

कौशल्यासुप्रजा राम पिता त्वां द्रष्टुमिच्छति।महिष्या सह कैकेय्या गम्यतां तत्र मा चिरम्।।।।

Transliteration

kauśalyāsuprajā rāma pitā tvāṃ draṣṭum icchati |

mahiṣyā saha kaikeyyā gamyatāṃ tatra mā ciram || 2.16.13 ||

Translation

“Rāma, noble son of Kauśalyā—your father wishes to see you, together with Queen Kaikeyī. Please go there at once; do not delay.”

Context

O Rama, worthy son of Kausalya, your father along with queen Kaikeyi desires to see you.You may go there. Please do not delay.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sumantra
• Dasharatha
• Kaushalya
• Kaikeyi

FAQs

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

The verse foregrounds filial duty and responsiveness: a son should promptly heed a father-king’s summons, honouring authority and family dharma.

What is the narrative situation?

Sumantra delivers Daśaratha’s request that Rāma come immediately to meet him and Kaikeyī.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sumantra’s faithful messaging and Rāma’s expected obedience and readiness to serve.