Shloka 6.119.22

सीताया अग्निप्रवेशः (Sita’s Ordeal by Fire / Agni-Pariksha)

Devanagari script

नहिरामंतदाकश्चित्कालान्तकयमोपमम् ।अनुनेतुमथोवक्तुंद्रष्टुंवाप्यशकत्सुहृत् ।।।।

Transliteration

na hi rāmaṃ tadā kaścit kālāntakayama-upamam | anunetum atho vaktuṃ draṣṭuṃ vāpy aśakat suhṛt || 6.119.22 ||

Translation

For at that time no friend could approach Rāma—who seemed like Yama, the ender at the close of time—neither to entreat him, nor to speak, nor even to look upon him.

Context

Indeed, no friend or dear could see or speak or make a request or pacify Rama. at that time.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Yama (Kālāntaka)

FAQs

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

It portrays the harsh gravity sometimes associated with judgment in dharma: when public legitimacy and moral order are at stake, the decision-maker may appear unapproachable and stern.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma’s demeanor becomes so severe that even well-wishers hesitate; the atmosphere turns solemn as the ordeal is about to proceed.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s uncompromising resolve (dṛḍhatā) in a moment framed as a test of truth and public righteousness.