Shloka 2.75.60

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

Devanagari script

तथा तु शपथैः कष्टै श्शपमानमचेतनम्।भरतं शोकसन्तप्तं कौसल्या वाक्यमब्रवीत्।।।।

Transliteration

evam uktvā sumitrāṃ sā vivarṇā malinā kṛśā | pratasthē bharato yatra vepamānā vicetanā ||

Translation

Having spoken thus to Sumitrā, Kausalyā—pale, sullied, and emaciated—set out trembling, almost bereft of sense, to the place where Bharata was.

Context

Kausalya said these words to Bharata who fell unconscious, consumed with grief, while swearing on painful oaths.

Characters & Entities

• Kausalyā
• Sumitrā
• Bharata

FAQs

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

Dharma here appears as steadfastness in relational duty: despite overwhelming grief, Kausalyā moves toward engagement and responsibility rather than withdrawal.

What is the narrative situation?

Immediately after addressing Sumitrā, Kausalyā physically goes to meet Bharata.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kausalyā’s endurance (kṣānti and fortitude) is shown—she acts even when emotionally and physically weakened.