Shloka 2.5.5

अभिषेकोपवास-आदेशः (Coronation Preparations and the Fast Enjoined)

Devanagari script

स रामभवनं प्राप्य पाण्डुराभ्रघनप्रभम्।तिस्रः कक्ष्या रथेनैव विवेशमुनिसत्तमः।।।।

Transliteration

caiva tadā tulyaṃ sahāsīnāḥ sabhāsadaḥ |

āsanebhyaḥ samuttasthuḥ pūjayantaḥ purohitam ||

Translation

Then the courtiers seated there likewise rose from their seats, paying honour to the royal priest.

Context

Having crossed the three courtyards in the chariot, that foremost of ascetics (Vasistha) entered Rams's abode, shining like a mass of white clouds.

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha (purohita)
• Sabhā (assembly)
• Courtiers

FAQs

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

Dharma is collective observance of respect: when leaders honour the righteous, society follows, sustaining moral order and reverence for wisdom.

What is the narrative situation?

The entire assembly rises to honour Vasiṣṭha, mirroring the king’s own respectful gesture.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Civic discipline and shared reverence—public etiquette aligned with righteousness—are emphasized.