Shloka 2.87.11

गुहसंवादः—रामस्य रात्रिवासवर्णनम् (Dialogue with Guha: Account of Rama’s Night Halt)

Devanagari script

स मुहूर्तं समाश्वस्य रुदन्नेव महायशाः।कौसल्यां परिसान्त्वेद्यं गुहं वचनमब्रवीत्।।।।

Transliteration

sa muhūrtaṃ samāśvasya rudann eva mahāyaśāḥ | kausalyāṃ parisāntvedyaṃ guhaṃ vacanam abravīt ||

Translation

Bharata, famed for his renown, steadied himself for a moment; still in tears, he reassured Kausalyā and then spoke these words to Guha.

Context

Highly renowned Bharata, composing himself for a moment and still weeping, reassured Kauslaya, and then said this to Guha:

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Kausalyā
• Guha

FAQs

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

Dharma in grief: Bharata balances sorrow with duty—comforting Kausalyā first, then seeking necessary information.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharata, overwhelmed, briefly composes himself, consoles Kausalyā, and turns to question Guha.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Empathy and composure: Bharata’s ability to act rightly while still emotionally affected.