Shloka 2.50.40

गङ्गादर्शनम् तथा गुहसमागमः (Vision of the Gaṅgā and Meeting with Guha)

Devanagari script

एवं ब्रुवाणं तु गुहं राघवः प्रत्युवाच ह।।2.50.40।।अर्चिताश्चैव हृष्टाश्च भवता सर्वथा वयम्।पद्भ्यामभिगमाच्चैव स्नेहसन्दर्शनेन च।।2.50.41।।

Transliteration

evaṃ bruvāṇaṃ tu guhaṃ rāghavaḥ pratyuvāca ha | arcitāś caiva hṛṣṭāś ca bhavatā sarvathā vayam | padbhyām abhigamāc caiva snehasandarśanena ca || 2.50.40-41 ||

Translation

As Guha spoke thus, Rāghava replied: “In every way you have honored and gladdened us—by coming to meet us on foot, and by the affectionate regard you have shown.”

Context

Hearing (the words of) Guha, Rama replied By coming on foot to meet us and by displaying your friendliness, you have amply honoured us and pleased us.

Characters & Entities

• Rama (Rāghava)
• Guha

FAQs

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

Gratitude and humility as dharma: Rama recognizes sincere affection as the highest honor, not merely material offerings.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama responds to Guha’s welcome and hospitality, acknowledging his warmth and effort.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s courtesy and appreciative restraint—he values love and respect over luxury.