Shloka 1.73.13

त्रिसप्ततितमः सर्गः (Sarga 73): Mithilā Vivāha—Kanyādāna and the Fourfold Marriage Rites

Devanagari script

इत्युक्त: परमोदारो वसिष्ठेन महात्मना।।।।प्रत्युवाच महातेजा वाक्यं परमधर्मवित्।

Transliteration

ity uktaḥ paramodāro vasiṣṭhena mahātmanā | pratyuvāca mahātejā vākyaṃ paramadharmavit ||

Translation

Thus addressed by the great-souled Vasiṣṭha, Janaka—exceedingly generous, radiant, and supremely versed in dharma—replied with fitting words.

Context

Thus addressed by the great self Vasishta, Janaka, the exceedingly generous, highly lustrous, eminent in ethics replied.

Characters & Entities

• Vasiṣṭha
• Janaka

FAQs

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

Dharma is embodied as disciplined, appropriate speech and conduct by a ruler: Janaka is described as a knower of dharma, implying that leadership is validated by moral discernment and measured response.

What is the narrative situation?

After Vasiṣṭha addresses Janaka regarding the impending marriage proceedings, the narration transitions to Janaka’s reply.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Janaka’s generosity and dharma-knowledge (ethical clarity), along with a dignified radiance befitting a righteous king.