Shloka 6.122.8

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

Devanagari script

इन्द्रलोकंगतःश्रीमांस्त्वयापुत्रेणतारितः ।लक्ष्मणेनसहभ्रात्रात्वमेममभिवादय ।।।।

Transliteration

indralokaṃ gataḥ śrīmāṃs tvayā putreṇa tāritaḥ |

lakṣmaṇena saha bhrātrā tvam enam abhivādaya ||

Translation

Freed by you—his son—the glorious king has reached Indra’s world. With your brother Lakṣmaṇa, offer him your reverent salutations.

Context

"Liberated by you, his son, the glorious emperor has reached Indra's world. You with your brother Lakshmana offer your salutations to him."

Characters & Entities

• Mahādeva
• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Daśaratha
• Indraloka

FAQs

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

Gratitude and reverence: a son honors the father, acknowledging both moral debt and the father’s blessed state.

What is the narrative situation?

Mahādeva states that Daśaratha has attained Indraloka and instructs Rāma (with Lakṣmaṇa) to pay respects.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respectful conduct (vinaya) and family solidarity—Rāma and Lakṣmaṇa together uphold filial duty.