Valmiki Ramayana 2.52.10: Ayodhya Kanda, Sarga 52, Shloka 10
गङ्गातरणम्, सुमन्त्र-प्रतिनिवर्तनम्, जटाधारणम्
Crossing the Gaṅgā; Sumantra’s Return; Adoption of Ascetic Signs
अथोवाच महातेजा रामो गुहमिदं वचः।कृतकामोऽस्मि भवता शीघ्रमारोप्यतामिति।।2.52.10।।
athovāca mahātejā rāmo guham idaṃ vacaḥ | kṛtakāmo 'smi bhavatā śīghram āropyatām iti ||
अथ महातेजा रामो गुहं प्रति इदं वचः उवाच—भवता कृतकार्यः अस्मि; शीघ्रम् आरोह्यताम् इति।
Thereafter the radiant Rama said to Guha, You have fulfilled my desire. Keep all our belongings in the boat.
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Kṛtajñatā (gratitude): acknowledging assistance and honoring allies is part of righteous conduct, especially for leaders.
At the river crossing, Rāma addresses Guha after arrangements are made and instructs that they board promptly.
Rāma’s graciousness and efficiency—he thanks Guha and moves forward without confusion or delay.
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