Shloka 1.53.6

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

Devanagari script

विश्वामित्रोऽपि राजर्षिर्हृष्ट: पुष्टस्तदाभवत् । सान्त:पुरवरो राजा सब्राह्मणपुरोहित:।।1.53.6।।

Transliteration

viśvāmitro 'pi rājarṣir hṛṣṭaḥ puṣṭas tadābhavat |

sāntaḥpuravaro rājā sabrāhmaṇapurohitaḥ || 1.53.6 ||

Translation

Then even King Viśvāmitra, the royal sage, became pleased and well-satisfied—together with his noble women, and accompanied by brahmins and priests.

Context

King Viswamitra along with ladies, priests and brahmins including the royal sage were fully satisfied and delighted.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Viśvāmitra

FAQs

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

It reflects social dharma: honoring guests of every rank and accompanying group, ensuring none are neglected.

What is the narrative situation?

The narrative notes that Viśvāmitra himself—along with his full retinue—was satisfied by the hospitality.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Civility and proper reception, which upholds harmony between spiritual and royal authorities.