Shloka 2.75.19

अयोध्याकाण्डे पञ्चसप्ततितमः सर्गः (Sarga 75: Bharata and Kausalya—Reproach, Oaths, and Reconciliation)

Devanagari script

एवं विलपमानां तां भरतः प्राञ्जलिस्तदा।कौसल्यां प्रत्युवाचेदं शोकैर्बहुभिरावृताम्।।।।

Transliteration

evaṃ vilapamānāṃ tāṃ bharataḥ prāñjalis tadā | kausalyāṃ pratyuvācedaṃ śokair bahubhir āvṛtām ||

Translation

As she lamented thus, overwhelmed by many griefs, Bharata then, with hands joined in reverence, replied to Kausalyā with these words.

Context

As Kausalya was lamenting in this manner, overwhelmed with deep grief, Bharata, his palms joined in reverence, replied her in these words:

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Kausalyā

FAQs

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

Dharma in communication: grief is met with respectful, restrained speech and proper conduct toward elders.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration transitions from Kausalyā’s lament to Bharata’s formal reply, marking the start of his defense.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Bharata’s courtesy and self-control (saṃyama) in a charged emotional moment.