Shloka 1.4.18

कुशिलवगानप्रशंसा — The Commissioning and Public Performance of the Rāmāyaṇa

Devanagari script

प्रविश्य तावुभौ सुष्ठु भावं सम्यगगायताम्।

सहितौ मधुरं रक्तं सम्पन्नं स्वरसम्पदा।।1.4.18।।

Transliteration

praviśya tāv ubhau suṣṭhu bhāvaṃ samyag agāyatām | sahitau madhuraṃ raktaṃ sampannaṃ svarasampadā || 1.4.18 ||

Translation

Entering fully into the intended mood, the two sang faultlessly—together in unison—sweet and captivating, richly endowed with musical notes.

Context

They both chanted in perfect unison in theme and passion, with their charmingmelodious voice endowed with the rich notes of music (sadja and other).

Characters & Entities

• Kuśa
• Lava
• svara (musical notes)
• bhāva (aesthetic mood)

FAQs

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

Dharma is served through disciplined excellence: sacred history is not recited carelessly but with proper bhāva, unity, and skill—showing reverence for truth.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration describes the technical and emotional excellence of Kuśa and Lava’s chanting.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Harmony and mastery—coordinated effort, trained voice, and sincere immersion in meaning.