Shloka 1.4.19

कुशिलवगानप्रशंसा — The Commissioning and Public Performance of the Rāmāyaṇa

Devanagari script

एवं प्रशस्यमानौ तौ तपश्श्लाघ्यैर्महात्मभि:।संरक्ततरमत्यर्थं मधुरं तावगायताम्।।1.4.19।।

Transliteration

evaṃ praśasyamānau tau tapaḥślāghyair mahātmabhiḥ | saṃraktataraṃ atyarthaṃ madhuraṃ tāv agāyatām || 1.4.19 ||

Translation

Thus praised by great souls renowned for austerity, the two continued to sing—ever more captivating and exceedingly sweet.

Context

Praised in this manner by the great sages commendable for their austerities, they chanted even with greater charm and sweetness.

Characters & Entities

• Kuśa
• Lava
• mahātmānaḥ (great sages)

FAQs

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

Dharma grows through sādhus’ approval: when the austere and wise praise what is righteous, it strengthens and elevates the performer’s commitment to truthful expression.

What is the narrative situation?

After receiving praise from eminent ascetics, Kuśa and Lava continue singing with increased charm.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Responsiveness to wise guidance—accepting encouragement without pride and offering an even better, more devoted performance.