Shloka 2.56.15

चित्रकूटगमनम् तथा पर्णशालाप्रवेशः (Arrival at Chitrakuta and Establishing the Leaf-Hut)

Devanagari script

मुनयश्च महात्मानो वसन्त्यस्मि शिलोच्चये।अयं वासो भवेत्तावदत्र सौम्य रमेमहि।।।।

Transliteration

manojño ’yaṁ giris saumya nānādrumalatāyutaḥ | bahumūlaphalo ramyaḥ svājīvaḥ pratibhāti me ||

Translation

O gentle one, this mountain is pleasing to the heart—filled with many kinds of trees and creepers, abundant in roots and fruits; it seems to me a wholesome place to live.

Context

Great sages reside on this high mountain. Let it be our habitation and let us enjoy our life here, O handsome one!

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Mountain (giri)
• Trees (druma)
• Creepers (latā)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes choosing a life-setting that enables restraint, non-violence, and steadiness. Rama evaluates the place not for luxury but for sufficiency and harmony.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama speaks to Lakshmana after reaching a fertile mountain area, expressing that it appears suitable for residence.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s practical wisdom (nīti)—he assesses resources (water, edible roots/fruits) to sustain a righteous exile.