Shloka 2.22.25

अभिषेक-निवृत्ति-उपदेशः (Withdrawal of the Coronation: Rama’s Counsel to Lakshmana)

Devanagari script

एतया तत्त्वया बुद्ध्या संस्तभ्यात्मानमात्मना।व्याहतेऽप्यभिषेके मे परितापो न विद्यते।।।।

Transliteration

etayā tattvayā buddhyā saṁstabhya ātmānam ātmanā |

vyāhate 'py abhiṣeke me paritāpo na vidyate ||

Translation

With this truth-grounded understanding I have steadied myself by my own resolve; and though my consecration has been thwarted, no grief is found in me.

Context

Even though my consecration was thwarted, there is no feeling of sadness in me. In fact I controlled my mind by my intellect.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Abhisheka (coronation)

FAQs

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

Dharma is inner governance: one must master the mind through right understanding (tattva-buddhi) so that duty is not derailed by disappointment.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama tells Lakshmana he is not grieving despite the coronation being blocked, because he has stabilized himself through clear discernment.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sattva and vairāgya-like detachment: Rama’s calm shows moral strength rather than emotional numbness.