Shloka 2.24.33

कौशल्यारामसंवादः — Kausalya–Rama Dialogue on Exile-Dharma

Devanagari script

गच्छ पुत्र त्वमेकाग्रो भद्रं तेऽस्तु सदा विभुः।पुनस्त्वयि निवृत्ते तु भविष्यामि गतव्यथा।।2.24.33।।

Transliteration

gaccha putra tvam ekāgro bhadraṃ te ’stu sadā vibhuḥ |

punas tvayi nivṛtte tu bhaviṣyāmi gatavyathā || 2.24.33 ||

Translation

Go then, my son, with unwavering focus; may the Lord grant you safety always. Only when you return will I be free from my pain.

Context

Go with a steadfast mind, O my son! May god be gracious. Only with your return, I shall be relieved of my suffering.

Characters & Entities

• Kauśalyā
• Rāma
• Vibhu (the Lord)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes blessing and support for the righteous path even when it causes personal suffering—prioritizing the son’s duty and safety.

What is the narrative situation?

Having failed to dissuade Rāma, Kauśalyā gives permission and a prayer for his protection.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Selfless love: she subordinates her own distress to Rāma’s dharmic mission.