Shloka 2.70.26

भरतस्य दूतसमागमः तथा केकयराजनः अनुज्ञा (Bharata Meets the Messengers; Kekaya King Grants Leave)

Devanagari script

स स्ववेश्माभ्यतिक्रम्य नरनागाश्वसंवृतम्।प्रपेदे सुमहच्छ्रीमान्राजमार्गमनुत्तमम्।।2.70.26।।

Transliteration

atra viṁśati-koṭyas tu nṛpater mātulasya te |

daśa-koṭyas tu sampūrṇās tathaiva ca nṛpātmaja ||2.70.5||

Translation

O prince, here are gifts amounting to twenty crores for the king, and likewise a complete ten crores for your maternal uncle.

Context

Prosperous Bharata on leaving his residence, passed through incomparable royal highway thronged with men, elephants and horses.

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• king of Kekaya (Kekayendra, implied context)
• maternal uncle (Yudhājit implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed as transparent, orderly stewardship of wealth—gifts are assigned with clarity and fairness, reflecting responsible conduct in royal households.

What is the narrative situation?

The messengers specify the allocation of valuable gifts intended for the Kekaya king and Bharata’s maternal uncle as Bharata readies himself to depart.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Integrity and propriety in handling wealth—ensuring gifts reach the rightful recipients without confusion or self-interest.