Shloka 1.63.17

विश्वामित्रस्य तपोविघ्नः, मेनकाप्रसङ्गः, महर्षिपदप्रदानम् (Visvamitra’s Austerity Obstructed; Menaka Episode; Conferment of Maharshi Status)

Devanagari script

देवतानां वच श्शृत्वा सर्वलोकपितामह:।अब्रवीन्मधुरं वाक्यं विश्वामित्रं तपोधनम्।।।।

Transliteration

devatānāṃ vacaḥ śrutvā sarvalokapitāmahaḥ | abravīn madhuraṃ vākyaṃ viśvāmitraṃ tapodhanam ||

Translation

Hearing the words of the gods, the Grandsire of the worlds (Brahmā) spoke sweetly to Viśvāmitra, whose true wealth was austerity.

Context

Having heard the gods, the Grandsire of the worlds (Brahma) addressed Viswamitra whose wealth was his ascetism in these sweet words.

Characters & Entities

• Brahmā (Sarvalokapitāmaha)
• Viśvāmitra
• Devatāḥ (Devas)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes just and compassionate speech: even when judging spiritual attainment, Brahmā addresses the ascetic with sweetness and respect.

What is the narrative situation?

After the gods recommend recognition for Viśvāmitra, Brahmā responds and prepares to address him.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respectful communication and impartial evaluation of spiritual effort.