Shloka 6.50.43

सुपर्णागमनम् (Garuda’s Arrival and the Release from the Serpent-Arrow Bond)

Devanagari script

यथातातंदशरथंयथाऽजंचपितामहम् ।तथाभवन्तमासाद्यहृदयंमेप्रसीदति ।।6.50.43।।

Transliteration

yathā tātaṃ daśarathaṃ yathā'jaṃ ca pitāmaham |

tathā bhavantam āsādya hṛdayaṃ me prasīdati ||6.50.43||

Translation

Just as meeting my father Daśaratha and my grandfather Aja brings me peace, so too, upon meeting you, my heart becomes calm and glad.

Context

"For me to meet you is like meeting my father Dasaratha and grandfather, Aja. My heart rejoices."

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Garuḍa
• Daśaratha
• Aja

FAQs

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

Reverence for elders and benefactors: dharma values honoring those who protect and guide, akin to one’s own revered ancestors.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma expresses heartfelt relief and familial reverence toward Garuḍa after being saved.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respect (māna) and gratitude expressed through truthful, affectionate speech.