Shloka 2.39.13

एकोनचत्वारिंशः सर्गः — Dasaratha’s Lament, Sumantra’s Commission, and Sita’s Vow of Marital Dharma

Devanagari script

तं रथं राजपुत्राय सूत: कनकभूषितम्।आचचक्षेऽञ्जलिं कृत्वा युक्तं परमवाजिभिः।।2.39.13।।

Transliteration

taṃ rathaṃ rājaputrāya sūtaḥ kanakabhūṣitam | ācacakṣe ’ñjaliṃ kṛtvā yuktaṃ paramavājibhiḥ || 2.39.13 ||

Translation

With palms joined, the charioteer informed the prince that the chariot—adorned with gold and harnessed to excellent horses—was ready.

Context

With folded palms Sumantra informed the prince that a chariot, decked in gold andharnessed with excellent horses, is ready.

Characters & Entities

• Sumantra
• Rāma
• chariot
• horses
• gold (ornamentation)

FAQs

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

Maryādā (propriety) in service: duty is performed with reverence and respectful communication, even in distressing circumstances.

What is the narrative situation?

Sumantra reports to Rāma that the royal chariot is prepared and ready for departure.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sumantra’s humility and disciplined courtly conduct; Rāma’s status as rightful prince is also underscored.