Valmiki Ramayana 1.8.18: Bala Kanda, Sarga 8, Shloka 18
अष्टमः सर्गः · Daśaratha Resolves on the Aśvamedha (Horse
Sacrifice) for Progeny
तद्यथा विधिपूर्वं मे क्रतुरेष समाप्यते ।
तथा विधानं क्रियतां समर्थाः करणेष्विह ॥१८॥
tadyathā vidhipūrvaṃ me kratureṣa samāpyate |
tathā vidhānaṃ kriyatāṃ samarthāḥ karaṇeṣviha ||18||
इसलिए ध्यान रखना कि यह यज्ञ सही तरीके से पूरा हो। जैसे शास्त्र में लिखा है वैसे ही करो। और तुम लोग इस काम में एक्सपर्ट हो।
Therefore let the arrangements be made in a manner this sacifice is completed in accordance with the scriptures. And in this, you are experts".
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The verse emphasizes the importance of following scriptural injunctions (vidhi) in performing sacred rituals. King Dasaratha demonstrates his commitment to dharma by ensuring that the sacrifice is conducted according to prescribed Vedic norms, showing that righteousness requires both proper intention and proper method.
King Dasaratha is instructing his ministers and priests to make proper arrangements for a sacrificial ritual on the northern bank of the Sarayu River. He acknowledges their expertise and delegates responsibility while emphasizing adherence to scriptural guidelines.
The verse highlights King Dasaratha's virtue of responsible leadership and humility. He recognizes the expertise of his ministers, delegates authority appropriately, and prioritizes proper execution of sacred duties over personal ego.
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