Shloka 2.54.14

भरद्वाजाश्रमप्राप्तिः — Arrival at Bharadvāja’s Hermitage and Counsel toward Citrakūṭa

Devanagari script

भार्या ममेयं वैदेही कल्याणी जनकात्मजा।मां चानुयाता विजनं तपोवनमनिन्दिता।।।।

Transliteration

nyavedayata cātmānaṁ tasmai lakṣmaṇapūrvajaḥ |

putrau daśarathasyāvāṁ bhagavan rāmalakṣmaṇau ||

Translation

Then Rama, Lakshmana’s elder brother, introduced himself to the sage: “O venerable one, we are the two sons of Dasharatha—Rama and Lakshmana.”

Context

This blessed one is my consort, Sita, daughter of Janaka. Irreproachable she has followed me to the desolate grove of penance (hermitage).

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Dasharatha
• Bharadvaja (recipient, implied)

FAQs

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

Satya and clarity in conduct: Rama speaks plainly about who he is, showing truthful self-presentation and respectful address to a spiritual elder.

What is the narrative situation?

After paying homage, Rama formally identifies himself and Lakshmana to the sage they have met.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Truthfulness and humility—Rama’s direct, reverent introduction rather than asserting royal privilege.