Shloka 2.98.11

चित्रकूटप्रवेशः — Bharata Enters the Forest Toward Chitrakuta

Devanagari script

कृतकृत्या महाभागा वैदेही जनकात्मजा।भर्तारं सागरान्तायाः पृथिव्या यानुगच्छति।।2.98.11।।

Transliteration

siddhārthaḥ khalu saumitrir yaś candravimalopamam |

mukhaṃ paśyati rāmasya rājīvākṣaṃ mahādyuti ||2.98.10||

Translation

Truly blessed is Saumitrī (Lakṣmaṇa): he beholds Rāma’s countenance—radiant with great splendor, like the spotless moon, and graced with eyes like red lotuses.

Context

Sita, the illustrious daughter of Janaka and princess of Videha, has accomplished her purpose by following Rama, the lord of this earth bounded by the ocean.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa (Saumitrī)
• Rama

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as loyal service to righteousness—Lakṣmaṇa’s fulfillment lies in devoted companionship to Rama, the embodiment of dharma.

What is the narrative situation?

As Bharata nears Rama at Chitrakūṭa, he praises those who are close to Rama and share in his presence during exile.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Lakṣmaṇa’s steadfast devotion and selfless service (sevā, bhakti, anurāga) are highlighted.