Shloka 1.1.79

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

Devanagari script

ततस्सुग्रीवसहितो गत्वा तीरं महोदधे: ।समुद्रं क्षोभयामास शरैरादित्यसन्निभै: ।।।।

Transliteration

ikṣvākuvaṃśaprabhavo rāmo nāma janaiḥ śrutaḥ |

niyatātmā mahāvīryo dyutimān dhṛtimān vaśī ||

Translation

Born in the line of Ikṣvāku, he is famed among people by the name Rāma—self-controlled, of mighty valor, radiant, steadfast, and master of his senses.

Context

Thereafter, Rama reached the shore of the ocean together with Sugriva and saw the ocean agitated with shafts burning like the Sun.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Ikṣvāku dynasty

FAQs

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

Dharma is rooted in self-mastery: Rāma’s righteousness is presented as disciplined mind, steadfastness, and control of the senses—the foundation for just rule and truthful conduct.

What is the narrative situation?

In the opening synopsis, the narrator characterizes Rāma by lineage and virtues, establishing the ethical ideal of the epic’s hero.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Niyama and vaśitva—inner discipline and mastery over impulses—along with valor and steadfast fortitude.