Shloka 1.31.23

सिद्धाश्रमात् शोणातटं प्रस्थानम् — Departure from Siddhāśrama and the Invitation to Janaka’s Yajña (Bow of Mithilā)

Devanagari script

भगवन् कोऽन्वयं देशस्समृद्धवनशोभित:।श्रोतुमिच्छामि भद्रं ते वक्तुमर्हसि तत्त्वत:।।1.31.23।।

Transliteration

codito rāma-vākyena kathayāmāsa suvrataḥ | tasya deśasya nikhilam ṛṣi-madhye mahā-tapāḥ || 1.31.24 ||

Translation

Urged by Rāma’s words, that great ascetic, steadfast in his vow, recounted among the rishis the entire account of that land.

Context

"O worshipful one, what could be the reason for this region shining with luxuriant groves? I wish to hear from you. You can tell me all about this (region). May it be safe for you!"

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Viśvāmitra
• ṛṣi (sages)
• deśa (region)

FAQs

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

Dharma is the truthful transmission of knowledge: the sage responds to a sincere question by teaching fully and accurately, strengthening satya through instruction.

What is the narrative situation?

After Rāma’s inquiry, Viśvāmitra begins narrating the full history/significance of the land before the assembled sages.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Teacherly generosity and commitment to truth—Viśvāmitra, firm in vows, instructs without withholding the full account.