Shloka 1.44.14

गङ्गावतरण-समापनः (Conclusion of the Descent of Gaṅgā)

Devanagari script

प्लावयस्व त्वमात्मानं नरोत्तम सदोचिते।सलिले पुरुषव्याघ्र शुचि: पुण्यफलो भव।।1.44.14।।

Transliteration

plāvayasva tvam ātmānaṃ narottama sadocite | salile puruṣavyāghra śuciḥ puṇyaphalo bhava || 1.44.14 ||

Translation

O best of men, O tiger among men—immerse yourself in these ever-fitting sacred waters; become purified, and may this act bear the fruit of holy merit.

Context

O Best among men! O Tiger among men! take a dip in the eternally sacred waters, purify yourself and acquire holiness.

Characters & Entities

• Brahmā
• Bhagīratha
• Gaṅgā (waters)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes inner and outer purification: sacred actions (like bathing in consecrated waters) are meant to cultivate cleanliness, humility, and readiness to perform righteous duties.

What is the narrative situation?

Having praised Bhagiratha, Brahmā instructs him to bathe in the sacred waters as part of the proper concluding observances.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Ritual discipline and reverence—treating sacred success with humility and correct religious observance.