Shloka 6.19.3

विभीषणाभिषेकः — The Consecration of Vibhishana and Counsel on Crossing the Ocean

Devanagari script

पादयोश्शरणान्वेषीचतुर्भिस्सहराक्षसैः ।अब्रवीच्चतदावाक्यंरामंप्रतिविभीषणः ।।6.19.3।।धर्मयुक्तंचयुक्तंचसाम्प्रतंसम्प्रहर्षणम् ।

Transliteration

pādayoḥ śaraṇānveṣī caturbhiḥ saha rākṣasaiḥ | abravīc ca tadā vākyaṃ rāmaṃ prati vibhīṣaṇaḥ ||6.19.3|| dharmayuktaṃ ca yuktaṃ ca sāmprataṃ sampraharṣaṇam |

Translation

Seeking refuge at Rāma’s feet, Vibhīṣaṇa—together with four Rākṣasas—then spoke to Rāma words that were in accord with dharma and wholly fitting, filled with present confidence and great joy.

Context

Thereafter Vibheeshana and the four Rakshasas who sought shelter prostrated lying at the feet of Rama expressing their duty, duly and placing confidence in Rama who spoke these words showing extreme joy.

Characters & Entities

• Vibhīṣaṇa
• Rāma
• Four Rākṣasas (unnamed companions)

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed through śaraṇāgati (seeking rightful refuge) and speaking truthfully and appropriately in a morally charged situation.

What is the narrative situation?

Vibhīṣaṇa arrives with four companions, approaches Rāma for protection, and begins addressing him with dharmic, fitting words.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vibhīṣaṇa’s commitment to dharma over factional ties, and disciplined, ethical speech.