Shloka 4.1.125

पम्पा-तीर-वर्णनम् / Rama’s Lament at Pampa and the Approach to Rishyamuka

Devanagari script

सोऽभ्यतिक्रामदव्यग्रस्तामचिन्त्यपराक्रमः।रामः पम्पां सुरुचिरां रम्यपारिप्लवद्रुमाम्।।।।

Transliteration

so 'bhyatikrāmad avyagras tām acintyaparākramaḥ | rāmaḥ pampāṃ surucirāṃ ramyapāriplavadrumām ||

Translation

Rama, of unimaginable valor, now undistracted in mind, crossed beyond that Pampa lake—radiant and charming, adorned with lovely floating vegetation.

Context

No more disturbed by delusion, Rama of unimaginable valour, crossed the very brilliant Pampa with beautiful plants floating on its surface.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Pampa (lake)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as purposeful resolve: once steadiness is regained, one proceeds on the righteous task without distraction.

What is the narrative situation?

With composure restored, Rama continues the journey in the Kishkindha region, crossing the Pampa lake.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s focused determination and heroic capacity (parākrama) guided by regained mental steadiness.