Shloka 2.83.8

अयोध्याकाण्डे त्र्यशीति तमः सर्गः — Bharata’s Departure and Encampment on the Gaṅgā (Śṛṅgīberapura)

Devanagari script

मेघश्यामं महाबाहुं स्थिरसत्त्वं दृढव्रतम्।कदा द्रक्ष्यामहे रामं जगत श्शोकनाशनम्।।2.83.8।।

Transliteration

meghaśyāmaṃ mahābāhuṃ sthirasattvaṃ dṛḍhavratam |

kadā drakṣyāmahe rāmaṃ jagataḥ śokanāśanam || 2.83.8 ||

Translation

When shall we behold Rāma—dark as a rain-cloud, mighty-armed, steadfast in spirit, firm in his vows—he who banishes the sorrow of the world?

Context

When shall we see that mighty-armed Rama of dark-blue complexion like the rain-cloud, firm in strength and steadfast in vows and the destroyer of the sorrows of this world?

Characters & Entities

• Rāma

FAQs

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

Dharma as embodied ideal: the verse frames Rāma’s steadfast vows and inner stability as a remedy for societal suffering, implying that righteous character has public, healing power.

What is the narrative situation?

As they travel, people express longing to see Rāma again, describing his appearance and virtues.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Steadfastness in vows (dṛḍha-vrata) and calm strength (sthira-sattva), portraying Rāma as a moral anchor for the world.