Shloka 2.26.31

अयोध्याकाण्डे षड्विंशः सर्गः — Rama’s Departure and Sita’s Questions; Disclosure of Exile and Counsel on Courtly Conduct

Devanagari script

माता च मम कौशल्या वृद्धा सन्तापकर्शिता।धर्ममेवाग्रतः कृत्वा त्वत्त स्सम्मानमर्हति।।2.27.31।।

Transliteration

devakāryaṃ svayaṃ kṛtvā kṛtajñā hṛṣṭacetanā |

abhijñā rājadharmāṇāṃ rājaputraṃ pratīkṣate ||

Translation

Having herself completed the worship due to the gods, Sītā—grateful and joyful at heart, and well-versed in royal duties—waited for the prince’s arrival.

Context

You should give importance to duty(dharma) and show respect to my aged mother who is emaciated due to grief.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as disciplined observance of one’s ordained duties—here, Sītā’s conscientious performance of sacred rites and her competence in royal conduct.

What is the narrative situation?

Before the difficult developments unfold, Sītā is depicted in the palace after completing worship, awaiting Rāma’s return.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s devotion and propriety—gratitude, inner composure, and readiness to uphold the responsibilities of royal life.