Shloka 1.13.27

हयमेध-यज्ञोपक्रमः — Commencement of the Aśvamedha Preparations

Devanagari script

वसिष्ठवाक्यं तच्छ्रुत्वा सुमन्त्रस्त्वरितस्तदा।व्यादिशत्पुरुषांस्तत्र राज्ञामानयने शुभान्।।1.13.27।।

Transliteration

santi snigdhāś ca ye cānye rājānaḥ pṛthivītale |

tān ānaya yathākṣipraṃ sānugān saha bāndhavān || 1.13.26 ||

Translation

And whatever other kings there are on the earth who are friendly—bring them as quickly as possible, together with their followers and with their kinsmen.

Context

Having heard the words of Vasishta, Sumantra speedily despatched virtuous and auspicious emissaries to bring the kings.

Characters & Entities

• Other kings (rājānaḥ)
• Earth/realm (pṛthivītala)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes honoring social bonds and ensuring collective participation in sacred works; inviting allies with their households underscores respect for community and continuity.

What is the narrative situation?

Vasiṣṭha instructs that beyond named rulers, all friendly kings should be summoned promptly with their retinues and relatives.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Promptness and completeness in duty—organizing the rite without delay and without neglecting allied relations.