Shloka 4.25.20

वालिनः और्ध्वदैहिकम् — Vali’s Funeral Rites and the Consolation of the Bereaved

Devanagari script

लक्ष्मणस्य वचश्श्रुत्वा तारस्सम्भ्रान्तमानसः।प्रविवेश गुहां शीघ्रं शिबिकासक्तमानसः4.25.20।।

Transliteration

lakṣmaṇasya vacaḥ śrutvā tāraḥ sambhrāntamānasaḥ | praviveśa guhāṃ śīghraṃ śibikāsaktamānasaḥ || 4.25.20 ||

Translation

Hearing Lakṣmaṇa’s words, Tārā—her mind stirred with urgency—quickly entered the cave, intent on arranging the palanquin.

Context

On hearing Lakshmana, Tara in an excited state quickly entered the cave city to get the litter.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Tārā
• Guhā (cave/stronghold of Kiṣkindhā, implied setting)
• Śibikā (palanquin)

FAQs

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

Dharma is prompt performance of necessary rites and responsibilities; urgency is shown not as panic, but as respect for prescribed duty.

What is the narrative situation?

Following Lakṣmaṇa’s instruction to proceed with what must be done next, Tārā goes to procure the palanquin for Vāli’s body.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Responsibility and practical competence: Tārā responds swiftly to ensure the proper arrangements.