Shloka 1.52.11

वसिष्ठ-आतिथ्यं (Vasiṣṭha’s Hospitality to Viśvāmitra and the Summoning of Śabalā/Kāmadhenu)

Devanagari script

कृत्वोभौ सुचिरं कालं धर्मिष्ठौ ता: कथा: शुभा:।मुदा परमया युक्तौ प्रीयेतां तौ परस्परम्।।।।

Transliteration

kṛtvobhau suciraṃ kālaṃ dharmiṣṭhau tāḥ kathāḥ śubhāḥ | mudā paramayā yuktau prīyetāṃ tau parasparam ||

Translation

Those two righteous men spent a long time in auspicious conversation, filled with supreme joy and mutually pleased with one another.

Context

Both the righteous personalities dwelt at length on various matters and interesting anecdotes with great delight and derived mutual pleasure.

Characters & Entities

• Viśvāmitra
• Vasiṣṭha

FAQs

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

Dharma is supported by sādhusaṅga—righteous people strengthen harmony through auspicious and respectful dialogue.

What is the narrative situation?

Viśvāmitra and Vasiṣṭha converse at length, enjoying a cordial exchange.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Mutual respect and goodwill (paraspara-prīti) between two eminent dhārmic figures.