Shloka 1.26.32

ताटकावधः (The Slaying of Tāṭakā)

Devanagari script

ततो मुनिवर: प्रीतस्ताटकावधतोषित:।।1.26.32।।मूर्ध्नि राममुपाघ्राय इदं वचनमब्रवीत्।

Transliteration

tato munivaraḥ prītas tāṭakāvadhatoṣitaḥ |

mūrdhni rāmam upāghrāya idaṃ vacanam abravīt ||

Translation

Then the excellent sage, pleased and satisfied by the slaying of Tāṭakā, affectionately kissed Rāma upon the head and spoke these words.

Context

Then, the best of ascetics Viswamitra rejoiced over the death of Tataka, kissed the forehead of Rama (fondly) and spoke these words:

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Rāma
• Tāṭakā

FAQs

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

Dharma is affirmed through the guru’s approval of a righteous act done for the protection of the innocent; the affectionate blessing indicates that force, when used under lawful guidance for public welfare, can be dhārmic.

What is the narrative situation?

After Tāṭakā is slain, Viśvāmitra expresses satisfaction and blesses Rāma, preparing to give further instructions.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s obedience and readiness to act under righteous counsel, and Viśvāmitra’s role as a discerning guru who blesses proper action.