Shloka 6.122.25

दशरथदर्शनम् — Dasharatha’s Epiphany and Benedictions (Sarga 122)

Devanagari script

इतिब्रुवाणंराजानंरामःप्राञ्जलिरब्रवीत् ।कुरुप्रसादंधर्मज्ञकैकेय्याभरतस्य च ।।।।

Transliteration

iti bruvāṇaṃ rājānaṃ rāmaḥ prāñjalir abravīt |

kuru prasādaṃ dharmajña kaikeyyāḥ bharatasya ca ||

Translation

As the king spoke thus, Rāma—with palms joined—replied: “O knower of dharma, show grace also toward Kaikeyī and toward Bharata.”

Context

Dasaratha having spoken to Rama, offered salutations with joined palms and said," You are righteous. Be gracious to Bharata and Kaikeyi also."

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Daśaratha
• Kaikeyī
• Bharata

FAQs

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

Dharma as compassion and reconciliation: even after suffering, one should seek grace and healing for all members of the family.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma responds respectfully to Daśaratha and requests that Daśaratha’s attitude be gracious toward Kaikeyī and Bharata.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kṣamā (forbearance/forgiveness) and magnanimity—Rāma refuses to nurture resentment.