Shloka 4.1.22

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

Devanagari script

अयं वसन्तस्सौमित्रे नानाविहगनादितः।सीतया विप्रहीनस्य शोकसन्दीपनो मम।।।।

Transliteration

ayaṃ vasantas saumitrē nānāvihaganāditaḥ | sītayā viprahīnasya śōkasandīpano mama ||

Translation

O Saumitri, this spring—resounding with the calls of many kinds of birds—only kindles my sorrow, for I am separated from Sītā.

Context

'O Saumitri! this spring season resonating with the sounds of several kinds of birds, kindles my anguish as I am separated from Sita.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Saumitri (Lakshmana)
• Sita
• vasanta (spring)
• vihaga (birds)

FAQs

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

Satya (truthfulness) toward one’s inner state is central: Rama openly acknowledges grief without masking it. Such honesty supports dharma by preventing self-deception and guiding right action.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama tells Lakshmana that spring’s joyous birdcalls intensify his pain because Sita is absent.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Integrity of feeling and speech: Rama’s words match his experience, showing emotional truth alongside steadfast purpose.