Shloka 1.1.14

श्रीमद्रामायणकथासङ्क्षेपः / The Ramayana in Synopsis (Narada’s Summary to Valmiki)

Devanagari script

रक्षिता स्वस्य धर्मस्य स्वजनस्य च रक्षिता ।वेदवेदाङ्गतत्त्वज्ञो धनुर्वेदे च निष्ठितः ।।।।

Transliteration

sarvadābhigataḥ sadbhiḥ samudra iva sindhubhiḥ |

āryaḥ sarvasamaś caiva sadaikapriyadarśanaḥ ||1.1.16||

Translation

Ever approachable to the good—like the ocean to the rivers—he was noble, even-minded toward all, and ever of a pleasing and gracious appearance.

Context

He has performed the duties of a king and protected his subjects. knowledgeable in the true nature of the Vedas he is accomplished in military science (he is a great archer).

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Nārada
• Vālmīki

FAQs

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

Righteous authority is accessible and impartial: dharma in leadership includes openness to the virtuous and equal regard, expressed through calm, pleasing conduct.

What is the narrative situation?

Nārada concludes this segment of Rāma’s characterization by highlighting his accessibility, nobility, and even-minded demeanor.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Samatā (equanimity) and saulabhya (approachability), presenting an ethical ideal of power without arrogance.