Shloka 2.30.39

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

Devanagari script

मम सन्ना मतिस्सीते त्वां नेतुं दण्डकावनम्।वसिष्यामीति सा त्वं मामनुयातुं सुनिश्चिता।।2.30.39।।

Transliteration

mama sannā matiḥ sīte tvāṃ netuṃ daṇḍakāvanam |

vasiṣyāmīti sā tvaṃ mām anuyātuṃ suniścitā ||2.30.39||

Translation

O Sita, my mind is firmly resolved to take you to the Dandaka forest; and you, saying, “I shall live there,” are steadfastly determined to follow me.

Context

O Sita, my discretion fails me in deciding whether to take you to Dandaka forest or not. You are, however, firmly determined to follow me, saying, you can live in the forest.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sita
• Dandaka forest (Daṇḍakāraṇya)

FAQs

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

Shared dharma in marriage: Sita’s resolve to accompany Rama reflects sahadharma (joint pursuit of duty), even under hardship.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama acknowledges Sita’s unwavering decision to accompany him into forest exile, specifically toward the Dandaka region.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sita’s steadfast loyalty and courage, and Rama’s responsible deliberation about her welfare.