Shloka 2.2.46

यौवराज्य-प्रस्तावः (Proposal for Rāma’s Installation as Heir-Apparent)

Devanagari script

युनक्त्यर्थैः प्रहृष्टश्च तमसौ यत्र तुष्यति।।2.2.46।।शान्तै स्सर्वप्रजाकान्तैः प्रीतिसञ्जननैर्नृणाम्।गुणैर्विरुरुचे रामो दीप्त स्सूर्य इवांशुभिः।।2.2.47।।

Transliteration

yunakty arthaiḥ prahṛṣṭaś ca tam asau yatra tuṣyati | śāntaiḥ sarvaprajākāntaiḥ prītisañjananair nṛṇām | guṇair viruruce rāmo dīptaḥ sūrya ivāṃśubhiḥ || 2.2.46-47 ||

Translation

Whenever he is pleased, that Rāma gladly bestows wealth; and with tranquil virtues—beloved of all subjects and delight-giving to people—Rāma shines like the radiant sun with its rays.

Context

When pleased, Rama bestows wealth. Like the Sun shining with his rays, He shines with his qualities of tranquil, charming and loving nature.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• sun (sūrya)

FAQs

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

Dharmic generosity and gentle conduct: wealth is bestowed when merited, and inner calm becomes a public blessing, like sunlight.

What is the narrative situation?

Continuing their eulogy, the ministers describe how Rāma rewards well and is universally loved for his peaceful virtues.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Dāna (generosity) guided by discernment, and śānti (tranquility) that wins the hearts of the people.