Shloka 1.73.30

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

Devanagari script

एवं दत्त्वा तदा सीतां मन्त्रोदकपुरस्कृताम् ।अब्रवीज्जनको राजा हर्षेणाभिपरिप्लुत:।।।।

Transliteration

evaṃ dattvā tadā sītāṃ mantrodakapuraskṛtām | abravīj janako rājā harṣeṇābhipariplutaḥ ||

Translation

Thus, having then given Sītā, with sanctified water preceded by mantras, King Janaka spoke—overwhelmed with joy, his eyes brimming.

Context

Then king Janaka sprinkled on Sita waters sanctified by mantras, and immersed in delight said:

Characters & Entities

• Janaka
• Sītā
• mantrodaka (consecrated water)

FAQs

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

Dharma is upheld through proper sacramental procedure: the gift of the bride is performed with mantra and sanctified water, marking marriage as a sacred, truth-bound commitment.

What is the narrative situation?

At the wedding, Janaka formally gives Sītā in marriage through ritual acts, then begins to speak while overcome with happiness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Janaka’s reverence for dharmic rites and his heartfelt paternal joy expressed within the bounds of sacred custom.