Shloka 1.65.30

विश्वामित्रस्य ब्राह्मर्षित्वप्राप्तिः — Viśvāmitra Attains Brahmarṣi Status

Devanagari script

एवमुक्त्वा महातेजा विरराम द्विजोत्तम:।।1.65.29।।शतानन्दवच: श्रुत्वा रामलक्ष्मणसन्निधौ।जनक: प्राञ्जलिर्वाक्यमुवाच कुशिकात्मजम्।।1.65.30।।

Transliteration

śatānandavacaḥ śrutvā rāmalakṣmaṇasannidhau |

janakaḥ prāñjalir vākyam uvāca kuśikātmajam ||

Translation

Having heard Śatānanda’s words, with Rāma and Lakṣmaṇa present, Janaka—hands folded in reverence—spoke to Kuśika’s son (Viśvāmitra).

Context

Having thus spoken, the most brilliant and best among brahmins (Satananda) became silent. In the presence of Rama and Lakshmana, Janaka listened to the words of Satananda. And with folded palms said to the son of Kushika (Viswamitra):

Characters & Entities

• Śatānanda
• Janaka
• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Viśvāmitra
• Kuśika

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed as reverence toward spiritual authority: Janaka approaches the sage with humility (prāñjali), acknowledging truthfully what he has heard.

What is the narrative situation?

After Śatānanda’s narration, Janaka formally turns to Viśvāmitra to speak, with Rāma and Lakṣmaṇa witnessing the exchange.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Janaka’s humility and respectful kingship—honouring sages and maintaining proper etiquette in a sacred setting.