Shloka 1.33.24

कुशनाभकन्याशतविवाहः — The Marriage of Kuśanābha’s Hundred Daughters (and the Birth of Brahmadatta)

Devanagari script

स दृष्ट्वा वायुना मुक्ता: कुशनाभो महीपति:।बभूव परमप्रीतो हर्षं लेभे पुन:पुन:।।1.33.24।।

Transliteration

sa dṛṣṭvā vāyunā muktāḥ kuśanābho mahīpatiḥ |

babhūva paramaprīto harṣaṁ lebhe punaḥ punaḥ ||1.33.24||

Translation

Seeing his daughters freed from the affliction wrought by Vāyu, King Kūśanābha became exceedingly glad, tasting delight again and again.

Context

King Kusanabha, having seen his daughters released from disfigurement caused by the Wind-god was immensely pleased. He experienced waves of delight.

Characters & Entities

• Kūśanābha
• Vāyu (Wind-god)
• Kūśanābha’s daughters

FAQs

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

A guardian’s dharma is fulfilled when dependents are protected and restored; the king’s joy reflects relief at the re-establishment of moral order.

What is the narrative situation?

After the marriage event and the daughters’ cure, Kūśanābha witnesses their restoration.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Parental responsibility and compassionate concern—his happiness arises from his daughters’ well-being.