Shloka 2.32.1

द्वात्रिंशस्सर्गः — Gifts to Suyajna and the Brahmins; Trijata’s Petition and Rama’s Charity

Devanagari script

ततश्शासन माज्ञाय भ्रातु श्शुभतरं प्रियम्।गत्वा स प्रविवेशाशु सुयज्ञस्य निवेशनम्।।।।

Transliteration

tataḥ śāsanam ājñāya bhrātuḥ śubhataraṃ priyam | gatvā sa praviveśāśu suyajñasya niveśanam ||

Translation

Thereafter, understanding his brother’s welcome and most auspicious instruction, he went at once and entered Suyajña’s residence.

Context

Lakshmana having understood the very auspicious and welcome order (of Rama) immediately proceeded to the house of Suyajna.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Rāma
• Suyajña

FAQs

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

Dharma appears as prompt execution of a rightful instruction: Lakshmaṇa does not delay when duty is assigned by his elder brother.

What is the narrative situation?

After receiving Rāma’s directive, Lakshmaṇa immediately goes to Suyajña’s house.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Reliability and disciplined obedience—he translates intention into swift, orderly action.