Shloka 2.36.5

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

Devanagari script

आयुधानि च मुख्यानि नागरा श्शकटानि च।अनुगच्छन्तु काकुत्स्थं व्याधाश्चारण्य गोचराः।।।।

Transliteration

āyudhāni ca mukhyāni nāgarāḥ śakaṭāni ca | anugacchantu kākutsthaṃ vyādhāś cāraṇyagocarāḥ ||

Translation

Let the principal weapons, the citizens and guards, and the carts follow Kākutstha (Rāma); and let hunters and forest‑rangers—those accustomed to woodland routes—go along as well.

Context

Main weapons, citizens (bodyguards), carts, wanderers in the forest and fowlers well-acquainted with the forest shall follow Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma (Kākutstha)
• Weapons (āyudha)
• Carts (śakaṭa)
• Hunters/forest-rangers (vyādha, āraṇyagocara)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes safeguarding the righteous: providing security, transport, and knowledgeable guides is a kingly obligation, especially when hardship (forest travel) is involved.

What is the narrative situation?

Practical directions are given for what and who should accompany Rāma—arms, vehicles, and forest-skilled personnel.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Foresight and protective care—ensuring that a vulnerable journey is supported by resources and expert guidance.