Shloka 1.65.18

विश्वामित्रस्य ब्राह्मर्षित्वप्राप्तिः — Viśvāmitra Attains Brahmarṣi Status

Devanagari script

ततस्सुरगणास्सर्वे पितामहपुरोगमा:।विश्वामित्रं महात्मानं मधुरं वाक्यमब्रुवन्।।।।

Transliteration

tataḥ suragaṇāḥ sarve pitāmaha-purogamāḥ | viśvāmitraṃ mahātmānaṃ madhuraṃ vākyam abruvan ||

Translation

Then all the hosts of the gods, with Pitāmaha (Brahmā) at their head, addressed the great-souled Viśvāmitra with gentle, sweet words.

Context

Thereafter, with Brahma in the forefront, the gods spoke to Viswamitra in pleasing words:

Characters & Entities

• Brahma (Pitāmaha)
• Devas (suragaṇa)
• Vishvamitra

FAQs

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

Dharma supports respectful dialogue: even when afraid of consequences, one should approach a powerful ascetic with humility and truthful, conciliatory speech.

What is the narrative situation?

Brahmā leads the gods to Viśvāmitra to pacify him through courteous speech.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courtesy and diplomacy—soft speech used to restore harmony.