Shloka 1.69.6

एकोनसप्ततितमः सर्गः — Daśaratha’s Departure to Videha and Marriage Arrangements

Devanagari script

वचनात्तु नरेन्द्रस्य सा सेना चतुरङ्गिणी।राजानमृषिभि स्सार्धं व्रजन्तं पृष्ठतोऽन्वगात्।।।।

Transliteration

tato rājānam āsādya vṛddhaṃ daśarathaṃ nṛpam |

janako mudito rājā harṣaṃ ca paramaṃ yayau ||

Translation

Then King Janaka approached the aged ruler Daśaratha, and the king, rejoicing, attained the highest joy.

Context

While the Indra among kings (Dasaratha) proceeded with the sages, the four divisions of the army followed them at the command of the king.

Characters & Entities

• Janaka
• Daśaratha

FAQs

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

Dharma as respectful relationship: honoring an elder king and meeting him with sincere goodwill sustains righteous alliance and social harmony.

What is the narrative situation?

Janaka personally comes forward to meet Daśaratha upon his arrival in Mithilā.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Humility and respect—Janaka’s readiness to honor Daśaratha.