Shloka 2.3.2

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

Devanagari script

अहोऽस्मि परमप्रीतः प्रभावश्चातुलो मम।यन्मे ज्येष्ठं प्रियं पुत्रं यौवराज्यस्थमिच्छथ।।।।

Transliteration

dīrghāsibaddhā yodhāś ca sannaddhā mṛṣṭavāsasaḥ | mahārājāṅgaṇaṃ sarve praviśantu mahodayam ||

Translation

Let all the warriors—clad in fresh garments, fully armed, with long swords fastened—enter the glorious courtyard of the great king.

Context

I am immensely happy that you have added to my incomparable resilience with your desire to see my beloved eldest son installed heirapparent.

Characters & Entities

• mahārāja (the great king—Daśaratha)
• aṅgaṇa (courtyard)
• yodha (warriors)
• asi (sword)

FAQs

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

Rajadharma requires protection and vigilance during public rites; ceremonial splendour is paired with readiness to safeguard order.

What is the narrative situation?

Alongside religious and festive preparations, the king orders armed, properly dressed warriors to assemble in the palace courtyard.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vigilance and discipline: preparedness without chaos, showing controlled strength in service of lawful celebration.