Shloka 2.90.5

भरद्वाजाश्रमगमनम् (Bharata at Bharadvāja’s Hermitage)

Devanagari script

समागम्य वसिष्ठेन भरतेनाभिवादितः।अबुद्ध्यत महातेजास्सुतं दशरथस्य तम्।।2.90.5।।

Transliteration

jāne caitat manasthaṃ te dṛḍhīkaraṇam astv iti |

apṛcchaṃ tvāṃ tathā 'tyarthaṃ kīrtiṃ samabhivardhayan ||2.90.21||

Translation

“I know what is firmly settled in your heart; yet I questioned you so that it might be strongly confirmed—and also to greatly enhance your good fame.”

Context

After meeting Vasistha and greeted by Bharata, the radiant Bharadwaja could recognize he was the son of Dasaratha.

Characters & Entities

• Bharadvāja
• Bharata
• kīrti (good fame)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes testing and confirming intention through truthful dialogue—so that virtue is made steady (dṛḍhīkaraṇa) and publicly affirmed as worthy conduct.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharadvāja explains to Bharata why he questioned him: not from doubt alone, but to confirm Bharata’s inner resolve and to establish his reputation for righteousness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Bharata’s integrity (implied) and Bharadvāja’s wise mentorship—guiding speech that strengthens dharmic resolve and honors truth.