Shloka 2.51.16

अयोध्याकाण्डे एकपञ्चाशः सर्गः — Guha’s Vigil and Lakṣmaṇa’s Lament (Night on the riverbank)

Devanagari script

अनुरक्तजनाकीर्णा सुखालोकप्रियावहा।राजव्यसनसंसृष्टा सा पुरी विनशिष्यति।।।।

Transliteration

iyaṃ tāta sukhā śayyā tvadartham upakalpitā | pratyāśvasihi sādhv asyāṃ rājaputra yathāsukham ||

Translation

O prince, this pleasant bed has been prepared for your sake; rest upon it in peace, as you wish.

Context

That city (of Ayodhya) is full of loyal people. It brings them happiness. It is dear to them. It will perish due to the sad demise of the king.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma

FAQs

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

Compassionate care and hospitality toward one’s rightful, beloved kin—supporting another’s well-being even amid looming hardship.

What is the narrative situation?

Within Ayodhyā’s tense palace atmosphere before the exile crisis fully unfolds, a maternal figure urges the prince to rest on a bed prepared for him.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Maternal tenderness and sāttvika concern—providing comfort and stability through proper conduct.