Shloka 1.47.20

दितेर्गर्भभङ्गो मरुत्प्रतिष्ठा च (Diti’s Severed Embryo and the स्थापना of the Maruts; Viśālā-nagara Lineage)

Devanagari script

सुमतिस्तु महातेजा विश्वामित्रमुपागतम्।श्रुत्वा नरवरश्रेष्ठ: प्रत्युद्गच्छन्महायशा:।।।।

Transliteration

sumatis tu mahātejā viśvāmitram upāgatam | śrutvā naravaraśreṣṭhaḥ pratyudgacchan mahāyaśāḥ ||

Translation

Hearing that Viśvāmitra had arrived, the illustrious Sumati—chief among kings and radiant with great energy—went forth to welcome him.

Context

Having heard of the arrival of Viswamitra the celebrated Sumati, most brilliant chief of kings proceeded (to receive him).

Characters & Entities

• Sumati
• Viśvāmitra
• Vaiśālī

FAQs

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

Atithi-satkāra (honoring guests), especially honoring a sage: prompt reception of the virtuous is treated as a kingly duty (rājadharma).

What is the narrative situation?

King Sumati learns of Viśvāmitra’s arrival at Vaiśālī and immediately goes out to welcome him.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respectful readiness and humility in power—royal greatness is shown through honoring spiritual merit.