Shloka 4.1.51

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

Devanagari script

मयि भावस्तु वैदेह्यास्तत्त्वतो विनिवेशितः।ममापि भावस्सीतायां सर्वथा विनिवेशितः।।।।

Transliteration

mayi bhāvas tu vaidehyās tattvato viniveśitaḥ | mamāpi bhāvaḥ sītāyāṃ sarvathā viniveśitaḥ ||

Translation

Vaidehī’s love is truly fixed upon me; and my love too is, in every way, firmly fixed upon Sītā.

Context

'Sita has her love truly fixed in me. My love for her is equally steadfast.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sita (Vaidehi)

FAQs

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

Satya (truthfulness) in relationships: Rama asserts the genuine, unwavering fidelity between husband and wife, presenting steadfast commitment as a dharmic ideal.

What is the narrative situation?

In Kishkindha, at Pampa in springtime, Rama speaks to Lakshmana while grieving Sita’s separation, affirming their mutual devotion.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Niṣṭhā (steadfastness) and pativratā/patidharma-oriented fidelity—Rama’s unwavering commitment to Sita and Sita’s unwavering love for Rama.