Shloka 1.52.12

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

Devanagari script

ततो वसिष्ठो भगवान् कथाऽन्ते रघुनन्दन ।विश्वामित्रमिदं वाक्यमुवाच प्रहसन्निव।।।।

Transliteration

tato vasiṣṭho bhagavān kathānte raghunandana | viśvāmitram idaṃ vākyam uvāca prahasann iva ||

Translation

Then, O Raghunandana, when their conversation had ended, the venerable Vasiṣṭha—smiling as though—spoke these words to Viśvāmitra.

Context

O Descendent of Raghu! at the end of the conversation, venerable Vasishta, smiling asit were said to Viswamitra

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha
• Viśvāmitra
• Raghunandana (Rāma)

FAQs

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

Dharma is communicated with gentleness—wise elders counsel and host others with a pleasant, non-hostile demeanor.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration transitions from conversation to Vasiṣṭha’s formal offer, introduced with his smiling composure.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vasiṣṭha’s serenity and graciousness in speech.