Shloka 2.6.15

रामाभिषेकपूर्वसज्जा — Preparations for Rama’s Coronation

Devanagari script

रामाभिषेकयुक्ताश्च कथाश्चक्रुर्मिथो जनाः।रामाभिषेके सम्प्राप्ते चत्वरेषु गृहेषु च।।2.6.15।।

Transliteration

rāmābhiṣekayuktāś ca kathāś cakrur mitho janāḥ | rāmābhiṣeke samprāpte catvareṣu gṛheṣu ca || 2.6.15 ||

Translation

As Rāma’s consecration drew near, people in the public squares and in their homes spoke with one another, conversing about the coming coronation.

Context

As the time for Rama's coronation was approaching, men in public squares and in private houses talked with one another about the consecration of Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Ayodhyā (implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma is supported by collective recognition of virtue: society openly discusses and anticipates righteous leadership, showing shared commitment to satya and good governance.

What is the narrative situation?

With the coronation imminent, talk of Rāma’s consecration fills both public squares and private homes.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s trustworthiness: the populace’s conversation implies confidence in his truthful, dharmic character.