Shloka 2.24.14

कौशल्यारामसंवादः — Kausalya–Rama Dialogue on Exile-Dharma

Devanagari script

एवमुक्ता तु रामेण कौशल्या शुभदर्शना। तथेत्युवाच सुप्रीता राममक्लिष्टकारिणम्।।2.24.14।।

Transliteration

evam uktā tu rāmeṇa kauśalyā śubha-darśanā | tathety uvāca suprītā rāmam akliṣṭa-kāriṇam ||

Translation

Thus addressed by Rāma, auspicious-looking Kauśalyā, greatly pleased, said to him—Rāma of unwearied action—“So be it.”

Context

At these words of Rama, unshakable in action, auspicious-looking Kausalya, exceedingly pleased said 'Be it so'.

Characters & Entities

• Kauśalyā
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Dharma is affirmed through acceptance: Kauśalyā aligns herself with righteous counsel even when it is emotionally costly.

What is the narrative situation?

After hearing Rāma’s instructions about serving Daśaratha, Kauśalyā agrees and signals compliance.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kauśalyā’s self-restraint and willingness to uphold duty over personal grief.