Shloka 2.3.34

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

Devanagari script

तस्मै चाभ्युदितं दिव्यं मणिकाञ्चनभूषितम्।।।।दिदेश राजा रुचिरं रामाय परमासनम्।

Transliteration

tasmai cābhyuditaṃ divyaṃ maṇikāñcanabhūṣitam |

dideśa rājā ruciraṃ rāmāya paramāsanam ||

Translation

Then the king directed that a splendid, elevated, divine seat—adorned with gems and gold—be set for Rāma.

Context

The king (Dasaratha) offered Rama a seat on the lofty, glorious throne splendidly decorated with gold and gems.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha
• Rāma
• paramāsana (royal seat/throne)

FAQs

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

Rajadharma includes honoring merit and rightful status publicly; the king’s act signals legitimate recognition of Rāma’s standing.

What is the narrative situation?

Daśaratha formally receives Rāma and gives him a place of honor in the assembly.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Daśaratha’s discernment and fairness in publicly esteeming a worthy heir.