Shloka 5.33.18

हनूमत्सीतासंवादः (Hanumān–Sītā Dialogue and Identity Verification)

Devanagari script

तत्र त्रयोदशे वर्षे राज्येनेक्ष्वाकुनन्दनम्।।।।अभिषेचयितुं राजा सोपाध्यायः प्रचक्रमे।

Transliteration

tatra trayodaśe varṣe rājyene kṣvākunandanam |

abhiṣecayituṃ rājā sopādhyāyaḥ pracakrame ||

Translation

Then, in the thirteenth year, the king—together with his royal preceptor—set in motion the preparations to consecrate Rāma, the delight of the Ikṣvāku line, as ruler of the kingdom.

Context

"Then in the thirteenth year king Dasaratha along with the royal preceptor arranged to coronate Rama, delight of the Ikshvaku family, in the kingdom.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Ikshvaku dynasty
• Dasaratha
• royal preceptor (upadhyaya)

FAQs

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

Rajadharma: the orderly and legitimate transfer of sovereignty through consecration, guided by sacred counsel (the preceptor), emphasizing lawful governance.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman begins recounting the Ayodhya events to Sita: Daśaratha initiates preparations for Rama’s coronation.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Daśaratha’s commitment to established royal procedure and counsel, reflecting a dharmic approach to kingship.