Shloka 2.22.29

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

Devanagari script

मा च लक्ष्मण सन्तापं कार्षीर्लक्ष्म्या विपर्यये।राज्यं वा वनवासो वा वनवासो महोदयः।।।।

Transliteration

upakḷptaṃ hi yat kiñcid abhiṣekārtham adya me | sarvaṃ visarjaya kṣipraṃ kuru kāryaṃ niratyayam ||

Translation

Whatever has been arranged today for my consecration—set it all aside at once. Act swiftly, and do what must be done without mishap.

Context

Do not grieve, O Lakshmana, over the loss of the kingdom. Living in exile is more glorious than running the kingdom.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• abhiṣeka (coronation rites)

FAQs

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

Dharma is prioritizing duty and stability over personal gain—Rāma orders the cessation of coronation preparations to prevent disorder.

What is the narrative situation?

After the coronation is obstructed, Rāma directs Lakṣmaṇa to dismantle the ceremonial arrangements promptly and safely.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Tyāga (renunciation) coupled with practical responsibility—Rāma is detached yet attentive to consequences.