Shloka 1.1.85

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

Devanagari script

अभिषिच्य च लङ्कायां राक्षसेन्द्रं विभीषणम् ।कृतकृत्यस्तदा रामो विज्वर: प्रमुमोद ह ।।।।

Transliteration

abhiṣicya ca laṅkāyāṃ rākṣasendraṃ vibhīṣaṇam | kṛtakṛtyas tadā rāmo vijvaraḥ pramumoda ha ||

Translation

And after consecrating Vibhīṣaṇa in Laṅkā as king of the rākṣasas, Rāma—his purpose fulfilled and free from anguish—rejoiced greatly.

Context

After coronating the rakshasa chief Vibhishana in the city of Lanka, Rama free from distress, exceedingly rejoiced after having accomplished his objective.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Laṅkā
• Vibhīṣaṇa
• Rākṣasas

FAQs

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

Dharma includes restoration of lawful governance after tyranny: victory is completed not merely by defeating evil, but by establishing a righteous ruler (Vibhīṣaṇa) and stable order.

What is the narrative situation?

After the war’s end, Rāma installs Vibhīṣaṇa as king in Laṅkā and experiences relief and joy.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s statesmanship—he ensures continuity of governance and justice rather than leaving a power vacuum.