Shloka 2.54.36

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

Devanagari script

प्रभातायां रजन्यां तु भरद्वाजमुपागमत्।उवाच नरशार्दूलो मुनिं ज्वलिततेजसम्।।।।

Transliteration

prabhātāyāṁ rajanyāṁ tu bharadvājam upāgamat |

uvāca naraśārdūlo muniṁ jvalitatejasam || 2.54.36 ||

Translation

When the night brightened into dawn, Rāma—the tiger among men—approached the radiant sage Bharadvāja and spoke.

Context

When the night passed into dawn, Rama the best of men approached the resplendent Bharadwaja and said.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Bharadvāja

FAQs

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

Maryādā (propriety): approaching elders/teachers at the appropriate time with respect is part of dharmic conduct.

What is the narrative situation?

At dawn, Rāma goes to Bharadvāja to speak—preparing to continue the exile journey.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respectfulness and discipline—Rāma follows proper etiquette toward a revered sage.