Shloka 2.30.13

सीताया वनानुगमननिश्चयः — Sita’s Resolve to Accompany Rama to the Forest

Devanagari script

महावातसमुद्धूतं यन्मामपकरिष्यति।रजो रमण तन्मन्ये परार्थ्यमिव चन्दनम्।।2.30.13।।

Transliteration

śādvaleṣu yathā śiśye vanānte vanagocara |

kuthāstaraṇatalpeṣu kiṁ syāt sukhataram tataḥ ||

Translation

O forest-rover, when I can lie down on grassy meadows at the forest’s edge, what could be more comfortable than that—even compared to beds spread with fine coverings?

Context

I shall regard, O charming Rama, the harmful dust raised by the stormy wind and settled on me as the most excellent sandal powder.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rāma
• Vanānta (forest edge)
• Śādvala (meadow/turf)
• Talpa (bed/couch)

FAQs

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

Dharma as valuing simplicity over luxury when aligned with truth: comfort is redefined by righteousness and companionship, not by material softness.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā continues persuading Rama, claiming the forest will feel more delightful than palace comforts if she is allowed to accompany him.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Renunciant-mindedness and contentment—she shows freedom from dependence on luxury in service of dharmic choice.