Shloka 1.53.15

शबलाप्रार्थना–वसिष्ठप्रतिज्ञा (The Request for Śabalā and Vasiṣṭha’s Refusal)

Devanagari script

सर्वस्वमेतत्सत्येन मम तुष्टिकरी सदा।कारणैर्बहुभी राजन्न दास्ये शबलां तव।।1.53.15।।

Transliteration

sarvasvam etat satyena mama tuṣṭikarī sadā | kāraṇair bahubhī rājan na dāsye śabalāṃ tava ||

Translation

Truly, she is my very all and always the source of my contentment; therefore, for many reasons, O King, I will not give Śabalā to you.

Context

This one is truly my whole possession, it always gives me contentment. O King! for various reasons, I will not give Sabala to you".

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha
• Viśvāmitra
• Śabalā

FAQs

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

Satya aligned with dharma: Vasiṣṭha states the truth plainly and refuses an unrighteous transfer, showing that truthfulness supports moral order.

What is the narrative situation?

Vasiṣṭha concludes his refusal, asserting Śabalā’s centrality to his life and duties, and denying Viśvāmitra’s request.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Truthful firmness: unwavering commitment to what is right, even when confronted by royal power.