Shloka 2.6.2

रामाभिषेकपूर्वसज्जा — Preparations for Rama’s Coronation

Devanagari script

प्रगृह्य शिरसा पात्रीं हविषो विधिवत्तदा।महते दैवतायाज्यं जुहाव ज्वलितेऽनले।।2.6.2।।

Transliteration

alaṅkāraṃ purasyaivaṃ kṛtvā tatpuravāsinaḥ |

ākāṅkṣamāṇā rāmasya yauvarājyābhiṣecanam || 2.6.19 ||

Translation

Thus, having adorned the city, its residents eagerly awaited Rāma’s abhiṣeka—his consecration as heir-apparent.

Context

Then holding the vessel containing havis on his head, he offered the oblations of clarified butter into the sacred fire for Visnu in accordance with ritual practices.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Ayodhyā
• citizens (puravāsin)
• yauvarājya (heir-apparent)

FAQs

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

Legitimate succession and social harmony: dharma is supported when the community aligns itself with a righteous transfer of responsibility.

What is the narrative situation?

After decorating Ayodhyā, the people wait with anticipation for Rāma’s installation as crown prince.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s perceived worthiness—public confidence that his character embodies dharma and stability.