Shloka 2.17.11

रामस्य राजमार्गगमनम् (Rama’s Progress along the Royal Highway)

Devanagari script

अतो हि नः प्रियतरं नान्यत्किञ्चिद्भविष्यति।।।।यथाऽभिषेको रामस्य राज्येनामिततेजसः।

Transliteration

ato hi naḥ priyataraṃ nānyat kiñcid bhaviṣyati |

yathā 'bhiṣeko rāmasya rājyena amitatejasaḥ || 2.17.11 ||

Translation

Therefore, for us nothing will be dearer than the sacred consecration (abhisheka) of Rama—of undimmed splendor—into kingship.

Context

For us, there is nothing dearer in the kingdom than the consecration of Rama of undimmed brilliance.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Abhiṣeka (coronation)

FAQs

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

The verse frames dharma as rightful succession: the community longs for a ruler whose character is proven, seeing coronation as the establishment of moral order in governance.

What is the narrative situation?

People express that Rama’s coronation is their highest joy and most desired event.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Amitatejas (unfailing moral and royal brilliance), implying steadiness, capability, and legitimacy.