Shloka 2.33.8

त्रयस्त्रिंशः सर्गः — Civic Lament and Rama’s Dutiful Approach to Daśaratha

Devanagari script

या न शक्या पुरा द्रष्टुं भूतैराकाशगैरपि।तामद्य सीतां पश्यन्ति राजमार्गगता जनाः।।।।

Transliteration

yā na śakyā purā draṣṭuṃ bhūtair ākāśagair api | tām adya sītāṃ paśyanti rājamārgagatā janāḥ ||

Translation

She whom even sky-roaming beings could scarcely behold in former days—today the people walking along the royal highway are able to see that very Sītā.

Context

It was not possible even for the creatures wandering in the sky (birds) to have a glimpse of Sita before. Now passers-by walking the highway can behold her.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rājamārga (royal highway)

FAQs

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

Dharma’s consequences become publicly visible: royal privacy and luxury give way to humility and exposure when the family accepts righteous hardship.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā, previously secluded within palace norms, is now seen openly on the main road as she accompanies Rāma toward exile.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s steadfast companionship and willingness to share dharmic hardship alongside Rāma.