Shloka 1.1.34

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

Devanagari script

स जगाम वनं वीरो रामपादप्रसादक: ।। ।।

Transliteration

sa jagāma vanaṃ vīro rāmapāda-prasādakaḥ |

Translation

That heroic Bharata went to the forest, intent on winning the grace of Rāma’s feet.

Context

The brave Bharata, who had conquered envy and hatred went to the forest in order to worship Rama's feet.

Characters & Entities

• Bharata
• Rāma
• Forest (vana)

FAQs

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

Dharma is humility and repair of moral order: Bharata seeks Rāma not to claim authority but to restore rightful dharmic harmony.

What is the narrative situation?

Having refused the throne, Bharata travels to the forest to meet Rāma and seek his approval and return.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Bharata’s humility, devotion to truth, and willingness to place righteousness above personal status.