Shloka 1.30.14

सिद्धाश्रम-यज्ञरक्षणम् — Protection of Viśvāmitra’s Sacrifice at Siddhāśrama

Devanagari script

तावापतन्तौ सहसा दृष्ट्वा राजीवलोचन:।लक्ष्मणं त्वभिसम्प्रेक्ष्य रामो वचनमब्रवीत्।।।।

Transliteration

tāv āpatantau sahasā dṛṣṭvā rājīvalocanaḥ | lakṣmaṇaṃ tv abhisamprekṣya rāmo vacanam abravīt ||

Translation

Seeing the two rushing in suddenly, lotus-eyed Rāma fixed his gaze on Lakṣmaṇa and spoke these words:

Context

Having seen them (Maricha and Subahu) suddenly advancing the lotus-eyed Rama gazed at Lakshmana and said:

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• the two rākṣasas (Mārīca, Subāhu—by context)

FAQs

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

Dharma in action involves coordinated responsibility: Rāma consults/addresses Lakṣmaṇa, reflecting disciplined teamwork in righteous protection.

What is the narrative situation?

As the attackers close in, Rāma turns to Lakṣmaṇa to direct the next steps before deploying divine weapons.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Leadership with clarity—Rāma’s composed communication in danger highlights steadiness and strategic judgment.