Shloka 2.98.6

चित्रकूटप्रवेशः — Bharata Enters the Forest Toward Chitrakuta

Devanagari script

यावन्न रामं द्रक्ष्यामि लक्ष्मणं वा महाबलम्।वैदेहीं च महाभागां न मे शान्तिर्भविष्यति।।2.98.6।।

Transliteration

yāvan na rāmaṁ drakṣyāmi lakṣmaṇaṁ vā mahābalam |

vaidehīṁ ca mahābhāgāṁ na me śāntir bhaviṣyati ||2.98.6||

Translation

Until I behold Rama, or mighty Lakshmana, and the noble Vaidehī (Sītā), peace shall not come to me.

Context

'I shall not rest in peace until I see Rama, powerful Lakshmana and illustrious princess of Videha (Sita).

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Sita (Vaidehī)

FAQs

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

Dharma as steadfast concern for the rightful and the vulnerable: Bharata’s peace depends on the welfare and presence of Rama, Lakshmana, and Sita.

What is the narrative situation?

Bharata expresses his inner urgency and anxiety during the search, stating he cannot be at peace until they are found.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Deep fraternal devotion and empathy—his emotional unrest reflects sincere commitment rather than political ambition.