Shloka 2.32.24

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

Devanagari script

अथाऽब्रवीद्बाष्पकलांस्तिष्ठतश्चोपजीविनः।।।।सम्प्रदायबहुद्रव्यमेकैकस्योपजीवनम्।

Transliteration

athābravīd bāṣpakalāṃs tiṣṭhataś copajīvinaḥ | sampradāya bahu dravyam ekaikasya upajīvanam ||

Translation

Thereafter, having granted each dependent abundant wealth as a means of livelihood, Rāma addressed those attendants who stood with their throats choked with tears, saying:

Context

Rama then bestowed abundant wealth on each of the dependents as they stood with their throats choked with tears, saying:

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• upajīvinaḥ (dependents/retainers)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes responsibility toward dependents: a righteous leader ensures the welfare and livelihood of those who rely on him, especially in times of separation.

What is the narrative situation?

As Rāma prepares for departure, he provides financial support to his household dependents and then speaks to them while they grieve.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s compassion and foresight—he anticipates hardship for others and safeguards their subsistence.