Shloka 1.30.6

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

Devanagari script

उपासाञ्चक्रतुर्वीरौ यत्तौ परमधन्विनौ।ररक्षतुर्मुनिवरं विश्वामित्रमरिन्दमौ।।।।

Transliteration

upāsāṃ cakratur vīrau yattau paramadhanvinau | rarakṣatur munivaraṃ viśvāmitram arindamau ||

Translation

Fully prepared, the two heroic master-archers attended upon the rite and protected the best of sages, Viśvāmitra—those two subduers of enemies.

Context

The two mighty, heroic archers (Rama and Lakshmana), destroyers of enemiesattended upon the sacrifice in order to protect sage Viswamitra.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Viśvāmitra
• Yajña (implied by “upāsā” context)

FAQs

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

Dharma unites service and protection: attending the sacred work (upāsā) and safeguarding the sage are complementary duties.

What is the narrative situation?

During the consecrated period, the princes remain stationed near the rite, actively serving and guarding Viśvāmitra.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Humility with strength—despite prowess, they take a servant-protector role in support of spiritual endeavor.