Shloka 1.26.1

ताटकावधः (The Slaying of Tāṭakā)

Devanagari script

मुनेर्वचनमक्लीबं श्रुत्वा नरवरात्मज:।राघव: प्राञ्जलिर्भूत्वा प्रत्युवाच दृढव्रत:।।1.26.1।।

Transliteration

muner vacanam aklībaṃ śrutvā naravarātmajaḥ |

rāghavaḥ prāñjalir bhūtvā pratyuvāca dṛḍhavrataḥ ||

Translation

Having heard the sage’s manly and unflinching words, Raghava—son of the foremost of men—stood with folded palms and replied, steadfast in his vow.

Context

After listening to the manly command of ascetic Viswamitra, Rama, of the lineage of Raghu, the son of the foremost of men and firm in determination, replied with folded palms:

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra (muni)
• Rāma (Rāghava)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as respectful compliance with righteous instruction: humility (folded palms) joined with resolve to act.

What is the narrative situation?

After hearing Viśvāmitra’s directive, Rāma prepares to respond formally and respectfully.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s discipline and steadfastness (dṛḍhavrata), paired with humility toward the sage.