Shloka 2.46.26

तमसातीरवासः — Night on the Bank of the Tamasa and the Stratagem to Elude the Citizens

Devanagari script

सूतस्तत स्सत्त्वरितः स्यन्दनं तैर्हयोत्तमैः।योजयित्व्राऽथ रामाय प्राञ्जलिः प्रत्यवेदयत्।।2.46.26।।

Transliteration

sūtas tataḥ sa tvaritaḥ syandanaṁ tair hayottamaiḥ |

yojayitvā 'tha rāmāya prāñjaliḥ pratyavedayat ||2.46.26||

Translation

Thereupon the charioteer, hurrying, harnessed the chariot with those excellent horses, and then, with folded hands, reported to Rāma.

Context

Thereupon the charioteer hurriedly harnessed the splendid horses to the chariot and informed Rama with folded hands:

Characters & Entities

• Sumantra (sūta)
• Rama
• chariot (syandana)
• horses (hayottama)

FAQs

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

Dharma as service (sevā) within rightful order: Sumantra performs his duty promptly and respectfully, supporting Rama’s lawful course.

What is the narrative situation?

Sumantra prepares the chariot and formally informs Rama that it is ready.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Faithful service and respect—shown through haste in duty and folded hands in address.