Shloka 1.73.3

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

Devanagari script

केकयाधिपती राजा स्नेहात् कुशलमब्रवीत् ।येषां कुशलकामोऽसि तेषां सम्प्रत्यनामयम् ।।।।

Transliteration

kekayādhipatī rājā snehāt kuśalam abravīt | yeṣāṃ kuśalakāmo 'si teṣāṃ sampraty anāmayam ||

Translation

The king, lord of Kekaya, affectionately conveyed greetings of welfare: “Those whose well-being you desire are at present free from illness and safe.”

Context

"My father, king of Kekaya affectionately enquires about your welfare. And they whosewelfare you seek are hale and healthy.

Characters & Entities

• Kekaya
• Kekayādhipati (king of Kekaya)

FAQs

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

Dharma in social relations includes affectionate concern and truthful communication about others’ well-being—maintaining bonds through respectful inquiry and reliable reporting.

What is the narrative situation?

In the midst of wedding-related gatherings, a message of goodwill is conveyed from the Kekaya king, confirming the health and safety of those concerned.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Snehā (affectionate regard) expressed through courteous, truthful welfare-inquiry (kuśala-prashna) and reassurance.