Shloka 1.31.5

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

Devanagari script

एवमुक्ता स्ततस्ताभ्यां सर्व एव महर्षय:।विश्वामित्रं पुरस्कृत्य रामं वचनमब्रुवन्।।1.31.5।।

Transliteration

evam uktās tataḥ tābhyāṃ sarva eva maharṣayaḥ | viśvāmitraṃ puraskṛtya rāmaṃ vacanam abruvan || 1.31.5 ||

Translation

Thus addressed by the two, all the great sages—placing Viśvāmitra at their head—spoke these words to Rāma.

Context

Addressed, thus by both of them, Viswamitra ahead of all the sages, spoke to Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Rāma
• Maharṣis (sages)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as respecting proper leadership and spiritual hierarchy: the sages speak with Viśvāmitra at the forefront, modeling orderly counsel.

What is the narrative situation?

After the attendants offer service, the sages collectively turn to Rāma and begin instructing him about the next journey and purpose.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Reverence for rightful authority and disciplined communication within a sacred community.