Shloka 2.86.2

लक्ष्मणगुणवर्णनम् — Lakshmana’s Vigil and Guha’s Testimony

Devanagari script

तं जाग्रतं गुणैर्युक्तं शरचापासिधारिणम्।भ्रातृगुप्त्यर्थमत्यन्तमहं लक्ष्मणमबृवम्।।।।

Transliteration

iyaṃ tāta sukhā śayyā tvadartham upakalpitā |

pratyāśvasihi śeṣv āsyāṃ sukhaṃ rāghavanandana ||

Translation

“Dear friend—this comfortable couch has been prepared for your sake. Be at ease, O delight of the Raghus; lie down here and rest peacefully.”

Context

I spoke to the virtuous Lakshmana, who was holding arrows, bow and sword in his hand and keeping awake completely for the protection of his brother.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Raghu lineage (Rāghava)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as hospitality and considerate care: offering rest and reassurance to a weary protector is a righteous act of service.

What is the narrative situation?

During the halt by the river, Guha arranges a resting place and urges Lakṣmaṇa to sleep without anxiety.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Guha’s generosity and respectful service (atithi-dharma), paired with sensitivity to the other’s fatigue.