Shloka 2.54.22

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

Devanagari script

अवकाशो विविक्तोऽयं महानद्योस्समागमे।पुण्यश्च रमणीयश्च वसत्विह भवान् सुखम्।।।।

Transliteration

avakāśo vivikto ’yaṃ mahānadyos samāgame | puṇyaś ca ramaṇīyaś ca vasatv iha bhavān sukham ||

Translation

This place is spacious and secluded, at the meeting of two great rivers; it is sacred and delightful—may you dwell here in comfort.

Context

This sacred and solitary region near the confluence of two great rivers (Ganga and Yamuna) is a pleasant place. You may stay here comfortably.

Characters & Entities

• Bharadvāja
• Rāma
• confluence of two great rivers (Gaṅgā–Yamunā, implied by context)

FAQs

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

Dharma here includes supporting the righteous through appropriate refuge: the sage offers a sacred, peaceful place suitable for disciplined living.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharadvāja proposes that Rāma can stay near the holy confluence, describing the place as secluded, sacred, and pleasant.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Bharadvāja’s generosity and discernment in recommending a setting conducive to dharmic life in exile.