Shloka 2.3.21

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

Devanagari script

कृतमित्येव चाब्रूतां अभिगम्य जगत्पतिम्।।।।यथोक्तवचनं प्रीतौ हर्षयुक्तौ द्विजर्षभौ।

Transliteration

kṛtam ity eva cābrūtāṃ abhigamya jagatpatim | yathoktavacanaṃ prītau harṣayuktau dvijarṣabhau ||

Translation

Approaching the lord of the land, the two eminent brahmins—pleased and filled with joy—said, in accordance with his command, “It is done.”

Context

Satisfied with the arrangements, the two illustrious brahmins(Vasistha and Vamadeva) approached the lord of the earth (Dasaratha) with delight and said All things have been arranged in accordance with your word of command.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha (jagatpati)
• Vasiṣṭha
• Vāmadeva
• dvijarṣabha (eminent brahmins)

FAQs

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

Faithful execution of rightful authority: dharma is reflected in completing entrusted duties and giving truthful confirmation (satya) to the ruler.

What is the narrative situation?

After organizing preparations, the priests return to Daśaratha and report that everything has been completed as instructed.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Integrity and accountability: the priests’ concise “kṛtam” signals dependable completion and truthful reporting.