Shloka 1.34.12

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

Devanagari script

अहं हि नियमाद्राम हित्वा तां समुपागत:।सिद्धाश्रममनुप्राप्य सिद्धोऽस्मि तव तेजसा।।।।

Transliteration

sā tu satyavatī puṇyā satye dharme pratiṣṭhitā |

pativratā mahābhāgā kauśikī saritāṃ varā ||

Translation

Satyavatī was holy, firmly established in truth and dharma. Faithful to her husband and greatly blessed, she became the Kauśikī, foremost among rivers.

Context

Rama, for the sake of observance of austerity I have come to Siddhaashrama leaving her behind. Having reached here, I have fulfilled my desire through your valour.

Characters & Entities

• Satyavatī
• Kauśikī (river)

FAQs

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

Dharma is portrayed as unwavering commitment to satya (truth) and righteous conduct, shown through Satyavatī’s steadfast moral foundation.

What is the narrative situation?

Viśvāmitra identifies and praises Satyavatī, explaining her sanctity and her association with the river named Kauśikī.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Pativratā-dharma (faithful marital devotion) alongside satya-niṣṭhā (steadfastness in truth).