Shloka 2.95.17

मन्दाकिनीनदीदर्शनम् (The Vision of the Mandākinī at Citrakūṭa)

Devanagari script

उपस्पृशंस्त्रिषवणं मधुमूलफलाशनः।नायोध्यायैन राज्याय स्पृहयेऽद्य त्वया सह।।।।

Transliteration

lakṣmaṇaś cāpi dharmātmā mannideśe vyavasthitaḥ | tvaṃ cānukūlā vaidehi prītiṃ janayatho mama ||

Translation

Lakṣmaṇa too, righteous-souled, stands ready at my command; and you, O Vaidehī, ever supportive, bring joy to my heart.

Context

Bathing thrice in your company at the time of prayers and partaking honey, roots and fruits, I do not yearn either for Ayodhya or for the kingdom.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Sītā (Vaidehī)
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Videha

FAQs

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

Dharma is mutual support within rightful bonds: Lakṣmaṇa’s service and Sītā’s cooperation uphold a household of righteousness even in exile.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma acknowledges the loyal companionship of Lakṣmaṇa and Sītā as they live together at Citrakūṭa.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Lakṣmaṇa’s devotion and discipline, and Sītā’s supportive steadfastness—both sustain Rāma’s resolve.