Shloka 2.91.3

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

Devanagari script

अथोवाच भरद्वाजो भरतं प्रहसन्निव।जाने त्वां प्रीतिसंयुक्तं तुष्येस्त्वं येन केनचित्।।।।

Transliteration

babhūva hi samā bhūmiḥ samantāt pañcayojanā |

śādvalair bahubhiś channā nīlavaiḍūryasannibhaiḥ ||

Translation

Indeed, the land became level on every side for five yojanas, and it was covered with many grassy lawns, gleaming like blue vaidūrya gems.

Context

Bharadwaja then said to Bharata with a gentle smile, I know you are full of love and content with whatever is offered you.

FAQs

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

Dharma is reflected as orderly preparation for guests and community—creating a safe, harmonious environment for all who arrive.

What is the narrative situation?

The miraculous landscape transformation is described as part of the preparations made for Bharata’s forces.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Collective discipline and reverence in hosting (implied through meticulous, expansive arrangement).