Shloka 2.16.21

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

Devanagari script

पतिसम्मानिता सीता भर्तारमसितेक्षणा।आद्वारमनुवव्राज मङ्गलान्यभिदध्युषी।।।।

Transliteration

patisammānitā sītā bhartāram asitekṣaṇā |

ādvāram anuvavrāja maṅgalāny abhidadhyuṣī || 2.16.21 ||

Translation

Sītā—dark-eyed and honored by her husband—followed him to the doorway, pondering the auspicious turn of events.

Context

Reflecting over the auspicious event, the darkeyed Sita who is highly esteemed by her husband, followed him up to the entrance, (saying):

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rāma
• dvāra (doorway/entrance)

FAQs

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

Dharma appears as maryādā in household life: affectionate propriety, honoring one’s spouse, and maintaining auspicious-mindedness during significant transitions.

What is the narrative situation?

As Rāma departs to meet the king, Sītā accompanies him to the threshold, thinking of the auspicious implications of what is about to occur.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s devotion and auspicious attentiveness—supportive presence coupled with thoughtful reflection.