Shloka 1.34.10

कुशिकवंश-प्रसङ्गः / Genealogy of the Kuśika Line and the Kausikī River

Devanagari script

ततोऽहं हिमवत्पार्श्वे वसामि निरतस्सुखम्।भगिन्यां स्नेहसंयुक्त: कौशिक्यां रघुनन्दन।।।।

Transliteration

tato 'haṁ himavatpārśve vasāmi nirataḥ sukham | bhaginyāṁ snehasaṁyuktaḥ kauśikyāṁ raghunandana || 1.34.10 ||

Translation

From then on, O delight of the Raghus, I have lived happily on the slopes of Himavat, bound by affection for my sister Kauśikī.

Context

O son of the Raghus', from then onwards with affection towards my sister Kausiki, I am living happily in the vicinity of Himavat mountains.

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Himavat (Himalaya)
• Kauśikī
• Rāma (Raghunandana)

FAQs

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

The verse underscores dharma as grounded in right relationships: affection and duty toward kin (here, a sister) harmonize with a life oriented toward sacred places and disciplined living.

What is the narrative situation?

Viśvāmitra shifts into autobiographical narration, explaining his residence near Himavat and his bond with Kauśikī.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Steadfast affection (sneha) joined with settled, purposeful living in a sacred environment.