Shloka 1.30.24

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

Devanagari script

अथ यज्ञे समाप्ते तु विश्वामित्रो महामुनि:।निरीतिका दिशो दृष्टवा काकुत्स्थमिदमब्रवीत्।।।।

Transliteration

atha yajñe samāpte tu viśvāmitro mahāmuniḥ | nirītikā diśo dṛṣṭvā kākutstham idam abravīt ||

Translation

Then, when the sacrifice was completed, the great sage Viśvāmitra—seeing the directions free from harm—spoke these words to Kakutstha (Rāma).

Context

Thereafter, when the sacrifice was completed, maharshi Viswamitra beholding all the directions bereft of evils, said to Rama:

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Yajña (sacrifice)
• Kakutstha (Rāma)
• Siddhāśrama (implied by episode)

FAQs

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

Dharma culminates in restoration: righteous protection enables sacred acts to conclude properly, bringing peace and safety to the environment.

What is the narrative situation?

After the successful defense, Viśvāmitra confirms that the rite has ended without further disturbance and prepares to address Rāma.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Viśvāmitra’s discernment and gratitude—he recognizes the tangible return of order (safe directions) as the fruit of dharmic action.