Shloka 1.23.18

कामाश्रम-प्रवेशः / Entry into Kāma’s Hermitage at the Sarayū–Gaṅgā Confluence

Devanagari script

तेषां संवदतां तत्र तपोदीर्घेण चक्षुषा।विज्ञाय परमप्रीता मुनयो हर्षमागमन्।।।।

Transliteration

teṣāṃ saṃvadatāṃ tatra tapodīrgheṇa cakṣuṣā |

vijñāya paramaprītā munayo harṣam āgaman ||

Translation

As they conversed there, the sages—by the far-reaching vision born of long austerity—recognized them and were filled with supreme delight.

Context

As they were conversing thus, the ascetics, with their far reaching spiritual vision (beyond the veil of time) recognised them and were immensely pleased.

Characters & Entities

• Munis (ascetics)
• Tapas (austerity-vision)

FAQs

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

Spiritual discipline (tapas) yields clarity of perception; Dharma is supported by insight that recognizes the righteous and welcomes them.

What is the narrative situation?

The resident sages, through tapas-born vision, recognize the approaching party and feel joy.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Tapas and discernment (viveka): inner cultivation leading to right recognition and right response.