Shloka 2.65.7

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

Devanagari script

तत श्शुचिसमाचाराः पर्युपस्थानकोविदाः।स्त्रीवर्ष धरभूयिष्ठा उपतस्थुर्यथापुरम्।।।।

Transliteration

tataś śucisamācārāḥ paryupasthānakovidāḥ | strīvarṣadharabhūyiṣṭhā upatasthur yathāpuram ||

Translation

Then, as was customary, attendants skilled in royal service and observant of purity-rules assembled—along with many women and eunuchs—to wait upon the palace.

Context

Thereafter, as usual, men observing purificatory practices and skilled in royal service assembled along with women and eunuchs.

Characters & Entities

• royal attendants
• women
• eunuchs (varṣadhara, as glossed in the provided meaning)

FAQs

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

The verse underscores maryādā (proper protocol): purity, competence, and orderly service are presented as ethical supports of kingship and public well-being.

What is the narrative situation?

The palace staff gathers in the usual way, ready to perform their assigned duties in a regulated ceremonial routine.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Professional integrity and discipline—service performed with cleanliness, skill, and adherence to established custom.