Valmiki Ramayana 2.33.5: Ayodhya Kanda, Sarga 33, Shloka 5
त्रयस्त्रिंशः सर्गः
Civic Lament and Rama’s Dutiful Approach to Daśaratha
पदातिं वर्जितच्छत्रं रामं दृष्ट्वा जनास्तदा।ऊचुर्बहुविधा वाच श्शोकोपहतचेतसः।।।।
padātiṃ varjitacchatraṃ rāmaṃ dṛṣṭvā janās tadā | ūcur bahuvidhā vācaḥ śokopahatacetasaḥ ||
राम ने राजा के महल में जाके देखा। वहाँ सुमंत्र खड़ा था, बहुत दुखी लग रहा था। वो ठीक से खड़ा नहीं था, जैसे कोई बड़ा दुख हो। राम ने उसे देखा कि वो कितना उदास है।
Rama entered the royal palace guarded by well-trained warriors and not from very far saw Sumantra who stood a picture of dejection.
FAQs
Dharma and rightful order are symbolized by royal insignia; its absence signals moral and political upheaval, prompting public lament and reflection.
Rāma proceeds in a markedly altered state—walking without royal honors—provoking grief-stricken reactions from the citizens.
Rāma’s restraint and humility are implied: he accepts diminished outward status while continuing to act within dharma.
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