Shloka 2.90.23

भरद्वाजाश्रमगमनम् (Bharata at Bharadvāja’s Hermitage)

Devanagari script

श्वस्तु गन्तासि तं देशं वसाद्य सह मन्त्रिभिः।एतन्मे कुरु सुप्राज्ञ कामं कामार्थकोविद।।2.90.23।।

Transliteration

samāgamya vasiṣṭhena bharatena abhivāditaḥ |

abuddhyata mahātejāḥ sutaṃ daśarathasya tam ||2.90.5||

Translation

After meeting Vasiṣṭha and receiving Bharata’s respectful salutation, the radiant Bharadvāja recognized him as Daśaratha’s son.

Context

O supremely sagacious prince gifted with the knowledge of kama (desire) and artha (wealth), tomorrow you go, but to night stay here with your ministers and fulfil my desire.

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha
• Bharata
• Bharadvāja
• Daśaratha

FAQs

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

Respectful greeting (abhivādana) as dharmic conduct: Bharata’s salutation reflects humility and adherence to traditional etiquette toward elders and sages.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharata and Vasiṣṭha meet Bharadvāja; Bharata greets him, and Bharadvāja identifies Bharata’s royal lineage.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Bharata’s humility and propriety; Bharadvāja’s discernment and gracious reception.