Shloka 2.52.68

गङ्गातरणम्, सुमन्त्र-प्रतिनिवर्तनम्, जटाधारणम् (Crossing the Gaṅgā; Sumantra’s Return; Adoption of Ascetic Signs)

Devanagari script

तत् क्षीरं राजपुत्राय गुहः क्षिप्रमुपाहरत्।।2.52.68।।लक्ष्मणस्यात्मनश्चैव रामस्तेनाकरोज्जटाः।

Transliteration

tat kṣīraṃ rāja-putrāya guhaḥ kṣipram upāharat ||2.52.68||

lakṣmaṇasyātmanaś caiva rāmas tenākaroj jaṭāḥ |

Translation

Guha swiftly brought that banyan latex for the prince, and with it Rama made matted locks for himself as well as for Lakshmana.

Context

Guha fetched the latex quickly and gave it to the prince (Rama) and with that Rama matted his own hair and Lakshmana's.

Characters & Entities

• Guha
• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Nyagrodha-kshira (banyan latex)

FAQs

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

Dharma appears as cooperative righteousness: Guha serves without hesitation, and Rama adopts the external discipline that matches his pledged life of exile.

What is the narrative situation?

Guha procures banyan latex; Rama uses it to mat his own hair and Lakshmana’s, formally marking their transition into forest-life.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Guha’s devoted service and Rama’s resolve to live consistently with his commitment.