Shloka 2.52.81

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

Devanagari script

ततस्तैश्चोदिता सा नौः कर्णधारसमाहिता।शुभस्फ्यवेगाभिहता शीघ्रं सलिलमत्यगात्।।2.52.81

Transliteration

tatas taiś coditā sā nauḥ karṇadhārasamāhitā | śubhasphyavegābhihatā śīghraṃ salilam atyagāt || 2.52.81 ||

Translation

Then that boat—well steadied by skilled helmsmen and driven by the swift force of strong oars—quickly passed over the waters.

Context

The well-ruddered boat rowed by the helmsmen and propelled by strong oars, swiftly crossed the waters of the river.

Characters & Entities

• boat
• helmsmen
• oars
• river waters (Gaṅgā by context)

FAQs

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

Competent service as dharma: the boatmen perform their entrusted task with steadiness and skill, enabling a righteous journey.

What is the narrative situation?

The boat is rowed efficiently and moves swiftly across the river.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Professional diligence and steadiness (of the helmsmen/boatmen) in carrying out duty.