Shloka 2.55.26

चित्रकूटमार्गोपदेशः — Instructions for the Chitrakuta Route and the Yamuna Crossing

Devanagari script

अवलोक्य तत स्सीतामायाचन्तीमनिन्दिताम्।दयितां च विधेयां च रामो लक्ष्मणमब्रवीत्।।।।

Transliteration

avalokya tataḥ sītām āyācantīm aninditām |

dayitāṃ ca vidheyāṃ ca rāmo lakṣmaṇam abravīt ||2.55.26||

Translation

Then, seeing Sītā—blemishless, beloved, and obedient—seeking blessings, Rāma spoke to Lakṣmaṇa.

Context

Beholding the obedient, blemishless, beloved Sita invoking blessings, Rama said to Lakhsmana:

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sita
• Lakshmana

FAQs

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

Dharma is mutual regard within the family unit: Sita’s reverent conduct and Rama’s attentive leadership frame the exile as a shared, disciplined moral undertaking.

What is the narrative situation?

After Sita’s prayerful act, Rama observes her and then turns to speak to Lakshmana, indicating the next instruction or decision in their journey.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sita’s blameless devotion and Rama’s mindful responsibility—he notices her conduct and coordinates action through Lakshmana.