Shloka 2.4.39

अयोध्याकाण्डे चतुर्थः सर्गः — Rāma Summoned; Pushya Coronation Decision

Devanagari script

वत्स राम चिरं जीव हतास्ते परिपन्थिनः।ज्ञातीन्मे त्वं श्रिया युक्त स्सुमित्रायाश्च नन्दय।।2.4.39।।

Transliteration

etac chrutvā tu kauśalyā cirakālābhikāṅkṣitam | harṣa-bāṣpa-kalaṃ vākyam idaṃ rāmam abhāṣata || 2.4.38 ||

Translation

Hearing these long-cherished tidings, Kausalyā addressed Rāma—her words sweet yet blurred by tears of joy.

Context

O my dear child, O Rama, may you live long! Let your enemies be destroyed. Endowed with prosperity, bring delight to my relatives and those of Sumitra.

Characters & Entities

• Kausalya
• Rama

FAQs

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

Dharma is honored when rightful succession and virtue are recognized; Kausalya’s joy reflects approval of a righteous outcome.

What is the narrative situation?

Kausalya hears of Rama’s impending installation and responds emotionally, speaking through tears of happiness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Maternal devotion and heartfelt blessing rooted in dharmic hope.