Shloka 2.39.14

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

Devanagari script

राजा सत्वरमाहूय व्यापृतं वित्तसंञ्चये।उवाच देशकालज्ञो निश्चितं सर्वत श्शुचिम्।।2.39.14।।

Transliteration

rājā satvaram āhūya vyāpṛtaṃ vittasañcaye | uvāca deśakālajño niścitaṃ sarvataś śucim || 2.39.14 ||

Translation

The king, discerning what was fitting in place and time, quickly summoned the officer engaged in the treasury—firm in resolve and wholly trustworthy—and spoke to him.

Context

The king who was aware of the right place and time summoned hurriedly the treaury officer, who was firm and honest and said to him:

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha
• treasury officer
• treasury (kośa)

FAQs

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

Righteous governance depends on integrity in public office: the king relies on a pure and steady treasury official, reflecting the dharmic necessity of trustworthy administration.

What is the narrative situation?

Daśaratha calls the treasury officer to arrange resources needed for the impending forest life.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

The officer’s honesty and firmness; and the king’s prudence in choosing the right agent at the right time.