Shloka 1.19.1

विश्वामित्रस्य यज्ञरक्षा-याचना (Visvamitra Requests Rama for Yajna-Protection)

Devanagari script

तच्छ्रुत्वा राजसिंहस्य वाक्यमद्भुतविस्तरम्।हृष्टरोमा महातेजा विश्वामित्रोऽभ्यभाषत।।।।

Transliteration

śreyaś cāsmai pradāsyāmi bahu-rūpaṃ na saṃśayaḥ |

trayāṇām api lokānāṃ yena khyātiṃ gamiṣyati ||

Translation

I shall bestow upon him manifold blessings for his welfare—without doubt—by which he will attain renown throughout the three worlds.

Context

Having heard these wonderful words of Dasaratha, the lion among kings, the brilliant Viswamitra with hair on end replied:

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Daśaratha
• Rāma
• Three worlds (trailokya)

FAQs

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

Dharma is advanced through empowerment of the righteous: the sage’s blessings are not mere gifts, but instruments enabling a virtuous protector to act effectively for the good of the world.

What is the narrative situation?

Viśvāmitra assures Daśaratha that he will grant Rāma powerful blessings, ensuring his fame and success.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Guru-anugraha (teacher’s grace) and protective intent: Viśvāmitra’s commitment to equip Rāma for dharmic action.