Shloka 2.65.10

अयोध्याकाण्डे पञ्चषष्टितमः सर्गः — Daśaratha’s Death Discovered in the Palace (Morning Rites Turn to Lament)

Devanagari script

सर्वलक्षणसम्पन्नं सर्वं विधिवदर्चितम्।सर्वं सुगुणलक्ष्मीवत्तद्बभूवाभिहारिकम्।।।।

Transliteration

sarvalakṣaṇasampannaṃ sarvaṃ vidhivad arcitaṃ | sarvaṃ suguṇalakṣmīvat tad babhūvābhihārikam ||

Translation

All the articles meant for the king were complete in every proper mark, duly prepared according to rule, and altogether excellent, virtuous, and auspicious.

Context

All the articles brought for the king (for his bath) were presentable and as per tradition. In quality they were excellent and auspicious.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha (implied as the king)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as adherence to vidhi (proper procedure): the kingdom’s welfare depends on disciplined, auspicious routine—external order that supports moral and civic order.

What is the narrative situation?

Court attendants have arranged the king’s daily-service items meticulously, not yet realizing the king has died.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Carefulness and respect for tradition—performing one’s assigned duty with precision and reverence.