Shloka 2.3.17

यौवराज्याभिषेक-उपकल्पनम् (Preparations for Rama’s Installation as Yuvaraja)

Devanagari script

आबध्यन्तां पताकाश्च राजमार्गश्च सिंच्यताम्।सर्वे च तालावचरा गणिकाश्च स्वलङ्कृताः।।।।कक्ष्यां द्वितीयामासाद्य तिष्ठन्तु नृपवेश्मनः।

Transliteration

sūrye ’bhyuditamātre śvo bhavitā svastivācanam | brāhmaṇāś ca nimantryantāṃ kalpyantām āsanāni ca ||

Translation

Tomorrow, as soon as the sun has just risen, let benedictory recitations be performed; and let brahmins be invited and seats arranged for them.

Context

Banners be fastened and royal highways be sprinkled with water. All actors and beautifully adorned courtesans should reach the second inner apartment of the king's residence and remain seated there.

Characters & Entities

• Sūrya (the Sun)
• svastivācana
• brāhmaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma includes orderly conduct and respect for sacred procedure—right time, right persons, and right hospitality for auspicious acts.

What is the narrative situation?

The schedule and protocol for the next morning’s auspicious rites are fixed at sunrise, including inviting brahmins and preparing seating.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Attention to propriety and reverence: careful adherence to auspicious timing and respectful reception of ritual specialists.