Shloka 1.26.28

ताटकावधः (The Slaying of Tāṭakā)

Devanagari script

मुने कौशिक भद्रं ते सेन्द्रास्सर्वे मरुद्गणा:।।1.26.28।।तोषिता: कर्मणाऽनेन स्नेहं दर्शय राघवे।

Transliteration

mune kauśika bhadraṃ te sendrāḥ sarve marudgaṇāḥ | toṣitāḥ karmaṇānena snehaṃ darśaya rāghave ||

Translation

“O sage Kauśika, may auspiciousness be yours. All the gods—together with Indra and the hosts of the Maruts—are gratified by this deed; show your affection and favor toward Rāghava.”

Context

"O ascetic Kausika, may prosperity be to you! All devatas have been gratified by this act (of Rama) and have expressed their love for Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra (Kauśika)
• Rāma (Rāghava)
• Indra
• Maruts (Marudgaṇāḥ)
• surāḥ (celestial beings)

FAQs

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

Dharma is the proper rewarding of merit: a teacher should recognize righteous service and strengthen the student through blessing and empowerment.

What is the narrative situation?

The gods, pleased with Rāma’s deed, ask Viśvāmitra to show special favor toward him.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Gracious acknowledgement—responding to dharmic action with blessing and support.