Shloka 1.73.17

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

Devanagari script

तद्वाक्यं जनकेनोक्तं श्रुत्वा दशरथस्तदा।प्रवेशयामास सुतान् सर्वानृषिगणानपि।।।।

Transliteration

tadvākyaṃ janakenoktaṃ śrutvā daśarathas tadā | praveśayāmāsa sutān sarvān ṛṣigaṇān api ||

Translation

Hearing the words spoken by Janaka, Daśaratha then led in all his sons, and also the assembled hosts of sages, into the pavilion.

Context

At the words of Janaka, Dasaratha brought his sons along with the hosts of ascetics and entered the marriage pavilion.

Characters & Entities

• Janaka
• Daśaratha
• Daśaratha’s sons (Rāma, Lakṣmaṇa, Bharata, Śatrughna)
• ṛṣigaṇa (assemblies of sages)
• marriage pavilion (implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as respectful compliance with righteous invitation and inclusion of spiritual authorities (ṛṣis) in major life-rites, ensuring legitimacy and sanctity.

What is the narrative situation?

Daśaratha responds to Janaka’s urging and enters the ceremonial space with his sons and the sages.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Daśaratha’s propriety and deference to ritual order and saintly presence.