Shloka 1.2.2

द्वितीयः सर्गः — श्लोकप्रादुर्भावः (The Manifestation of the Śloka)

Devanagari script

यथावत्पूजितस्तेन देवर्षिर्नारदस्तदा । आपृष्ट्वैवाभ्यनुज्ञातस्स जगाम विहायसम् ।।1.2.2।।

Transliteration

yathāvat pūjitas tena devarṣir nāradas tadā | āpṛṣṭvaivābhyanujñātaḥ sa jagāma vihāyasam ||1.2.2||

Translation

Then the divine sage Nārada, duly honored by him (Vālmīki), took leave with permission and departed into the heavens.

Context

The divine sage Narada after having been worshipped by Valmiki in a befitting manner sought his leave and went to heaven.

Characters & Entities

• Nārada
• Vālmīki
• vihāyasa (heaven/sky)

FAQs

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

Proper hospitality and reverence toward a sage (atithi-satkara) is upheld as dharma; honoring the worthy invites auspicious outcomes and preserves righteous social order.

What is the narrative situation?

After instructing Vālmīki, Nārada is respectfully received and then departs with Vālmīki’s leave.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vālmīki’s humility and adherence to dharmic etiquette in receiving a revered guest.