Shloka 1.65.17

विश्वामित्रस्य ब्राह्मर्षित्वप्राप्तिः — Viśvāmitra Attains Brahmarṣi Status

Devanagari script

कालाग्निना यथापूर्वं त्रैलोक्यं दह्यतेऽखिलम्।देवराज्यं चिकीर्षेत दीयतामस्य यन्मतम्।।।।

Transliteration

kālāgninā yathāpūrvaṃ trailokyaṃ dahyate 'khilam | devarājyaṃ cikīrṣet dīyatām asya yan matam ||

Translation

All the three worlds are burning, as though by the fire of cosmic dissolution. Even if he desires the sovereignty of the gods, let what he intends be granted to him.

Context

All the three worlds are burning as though with the fire Pralaya (dissolution). His desire may be granted even if he wants to rule the kingdom of the gods.

Characters & Entities

• Trailokya (three worlds)
• Kālāgni (fire of dissolution)
• Devarājya (sovereignty of gods)
• Vishvamitra (implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma prioritizes protection of the many: to preserve the world, authority may choose conciliation—granting a boon—over escalation and ruin.

What is the narrative situation?

The gods, fearing pralaya-like destruction, propose granting Viśvāmitra even the highest status if that will avert catastrophe.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Pragmatic responsibility—placing universal welfare above pride or rivalry.