Shloka 2.81.13

एकाशीति तमः सर्गः — Bharata’s Grief, Courtly Summons, and the Assembly Hall

Devanagari script

सराजभृत्यं शत्रुघ्नं भरतं च यशस्विनम्।युधाजितं सुमन्त्रं च ये च तत्र हिता जनाः।।।।

Transliteration

sarājabhṛtyaṃ śatrughnaṃ bharataṃ ca yaśasvinam | yudhājitaṃ sumantraṃ ca ye ca tatra hitā janāḥ ||

Translation

“Also bring Śatrughna with the royal attendants, the illustrious Bharata, Yudhājit, Sumantra, and all those people there who are loyal well-wishers.”

Context

Bring all the royal attendants, Satrughna, the illustrious Bharata, Yudhajit, Sumantra and all those well-wishers of the king.

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha
• Śatrughna
• Bharata
• Yudhājit
• Sumantra
• royal attendants

FAQs

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

Dharma emphasizes counsel with the trustworthy: in delicate state matters, one summons loyal, competent persons so decisions align with satya (truth) and the kingdom’s welfare.

What is the narrative situation?

The circle of key princes, allies, and senior officials is being called to assemble immediately.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Discernment (viveka) in choosing advisers—relying on proven well-wishers rather than opportunists.