Shloka 2.91.13

भरद्वाजाश्रमे भरतसैन्यस्य दिव्यात्मिथ्यम् / Divine Hospitality to Bharata’s Army at Bharadvaja’s Hermitage

Devanagari script

आह्वये लोकपालांस्त्रीन् देवान् शक्रमुखांस्तथा।आतिथ्यं कर्तुमिच्छामि तत्र मे संविधीयताम्।।।।

Transliteration

āhvaye lokapālāṃs trīn devān śakra-mukhāṃs tathā | ātithyaṃ kartum icchāmi tatra me saṃvidhīyatām || 2.91.13 ||

Translation

“I invoke the three divine guardians of the worlds, and the gods headed by Śakra (Indra). I wish to offer hospitality—let the arrangements be made accordingly.”

Context

I invoke the three deities, guardians of the four quarters headed by Indra to extend hospitality (to Bharata). Let them make adequate arrangements in this regard.

Characters & Entities

• Bharadvaja
• Lokapālas
• Indra (Śakra)

FAQs

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

Dharma is supported by cosmic order: the sage aligns his hospitality with the guardians of directions, implying that righteous action harmonizes with the universe.

What is the narrative situation?

Continuing the preparations, Bharadvāja calls upon the Lokapālas to assist in hosting Bharata.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Responsibility and thoroughness—Bharadvāja leaves nothing incomplete in honoring the guest.