Shloka 1.2.24

द्वितीयः सर्गः — श्लोकप्रादुर्भावः (The Manifestation of the Śloka)

Devanagari script

वाल्मीकिरथ तं दृष्ट्वा सहसोत्थाय वाग्यत: ।प्राञ्जलि: प्रयतो भूत्वा तस्थौ परमविस्मित: ।।1.2.24।।

Transliteration

vālmīkir atha taṃ dṛṣṭvā sahasotthāya vāgyataḥ | prāñjaliḥ prayato bhūtvā tasthau paramavismitaḥ ||1.2.24||

Translation

Seeing him, Vālmīki—restrained in speech—rose at once; purified and composed, he stood with folded hands, filled with wonder.

Context

Greatly surprised to see him, Valmiki, purified by austerities and disciplined in speech, immediately got up and with folded palms stood before him.

Characters & Entities

• Vālmīki
• Brahmā

FAQs

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

Dharma requires humility and disciplined speech before the sacred; self-restraint safeguards truth (satya) and prevents careless words.

What is the narrative situation?

Vālmīki reacts to Brahmā’s sudden appearance by standing up and greeting him respectfully.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vālmīki’s self-control (especially in speech) and reverential demeanor.