Shloka 1.52.9

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

Devanagari script

कच्चिद्बलेषु कोशेषु मित्रेषु च परन्तप।कुशलं ते नरव्याघ्र पुत्रपौत्रे तवानघ ।।।।

Transliteration

kaccid baleṣu kośeṣu mitreṣu ca parantapa | kuśalaṃ te naravyāghra putrapautre tavānagha ||

Translation

O tormentor of enemies, tiger among men, blameless one—are your forces, treasury, allies, and your sons and grandsons all thriving in well-being?

Context

O Tormentor of enemies! O Sinless one! O Tiger among men! is it all well with your army, treasury, friends, sons and grandsons?

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha
• Daśaratha

FAQs

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

Holistic rajadharma: the king’s duty includes safeguarding military readiness, economic stability, trustworthy alliances, and the flourishing of the royal family line.

What is the narrative situation?

Vasiṣṭha continues his formal inquiry into the kingdom’s health—institutions (army, treasury), relationships (allies), and succession (sons, grandsons).

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prudence and stewardship: a ruler must maintain strength, resources, and loyal relationships without neglecting family responsibilities.