Shloka 2.50.45

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

Devanagari script

अश्वानां खादनेनाहमर्थी नान्येन केनचित्।एतावताऽत्र भवता भविष्यामि सुपूजितः।।2.50.45।।

Transliteration

aśvānāṃ khādanenāham arthī nānyena kenacit |

ētāvatā ’tra bhavatā bhaviṣyāmi supūjitaḥ || 2.50.45 ||

Translation

I ask only for fodder for the horses—nothing else at all. If you do just this much here, I shall consider myself truly honored.

Context

What I now need is fodder for the horses. Nothing more. If you can do this much, I'll deem it a great honour.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Guha
• horses (aśva)
• hospitality (pūjā/satkāra)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes moderation and non-exploitation: Rama accepts only what is necessary, refusing excess even when offered hospitality.

What is the narrative situation?

Guha offers service; Rama limits his request to the practical need of feeding the horses.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Saṃyama (self-restraint) and humility in receiving help.