Shloka 1.72.14

वैवाहिकसंबन्ध-निश्चयः / Fixing the Mithila–Ayodhya Marital Alliance

Devanagari script

एवमुक्त्वा वचस्सौम्यं प्रत्युत्थाय कृताञ्जलि:।उभौ मुनिवरौ राजा जनको वाक्यमब्रवीत्।।।।

Transliteration

evam uktvā vacas saumyaṃ pratyutthāya kṛtāñjaliḥ | ubhau munivarau rājā janako vākyam abravīt ||

Translation

Having spoken these gentle words, King Janaka rose, folded his hands, and addressed both of the eminent sages.

Context

King Janaka, having spoken these pleasing words, stood up and with folded hands addressing both the great ascetics:

Characters & Entities

• Janaka
• Viśvāmitra
• Vasiṣṭha

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed as maryādā—proper conduct—shown by rising and offering añjali to revered sages before speaking.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration depicts Janaka’s bodily gesture of reverence as he prepares to speak further to Viśvāmitra and Vasiṣṭha.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Reverence and humility (vinaya): Janaka’s respect reinforces the ideal relationship between royal power and spiritual authority.