Shloka 2.36.30

अयोध्याकाण्डे षट्त्रिंशः सर्गः — Daśaratha’s orders for Rama’s escort; Kaikeyi’s fear; the Asamañjasa precedent

Devanagari script

तदलं देवि रामस्य श्रिया विहतया त्वया।लोकतोऽपि हि ते रक्ष्यः परिवादः शुभानने।।।।

Transliteration

tad alaṃ devi rāmasya śriyā vihatayā tvayā | lokato 'pi hi te rakṣyaḥ parivādaḥ śubhānane ||

Translation

Enough, O Queen, of thwarting Rāma’s prosperity. O fair-faced one, you must also protect yourself from the blame and censure of the world.

Context

O Devi, there is no use obstructing Rama's prosperity. O one with an auspicious countenance, save yourself from the censure of the world.

Characters & Entities

• Kaikeyī
• Rāma
• Public/world (loka)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes accountability before society: wrongful acts invite rightful public censure, so one should restrain harmful actions and uphold fairness.

What is the narrative situation?

The speaker urges Kaikeyī to stop obstructing Rāma and warns that her actions will bring lasting public reproach.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Concern for moral reputation tied to righteous conduct—recognizing that adharma harms both victim and perpetrator.