Shloka 1.50.8

यज्ञवाटप्रवेशः जनक-विश्वामित्रसंवादश्च (Arrival at the Sacrificial Ground and Janaka’s Reception)

Devanagari script

प्रतिगृह्य च तां पूजां जनकस्य महात्मन:।।1.50.8।।पप्रच्छ कुशलं राज्ञो यज्ञस्य च निरामयम्।

Transliteration

pratigṛhya ca tāṃ pūjāṃ janakasya mahātmanaḥ |

papraccha kuśalaṃ rājño yajñasya ca nirāmayam ||

Translation

Having accepted the homage offered by the great-souled Janaka, Viśvāmitra asked after the king’s welfare and also about the yajña—whether it was proceeding without hindrance.

Context

Viswamitra received illustrious king Janaka's worship and enquired about the welfare of the king and the conduct of the sacrifice.

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Janaka
• Yajña

FAQs

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

Mutual dharma of host and guest: the king offers proper honor; the sage reciprocates with concern for welfare and for the uninterrupted performance of sacred duty.

What is the narrative situation?

At Janaka’s reception, Viśvāmitra accepts the honors and inquires about the king and the smooth conduct of the yajña.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Viśvāmitra’s graciousness and prioritization of dharmic rites (yajña) and public welfare.