Srimad Bhagavatam — Navama Skandha, Shloka 24
Purukutsa’s Rasātala Victory; Triśaṅku and Hariścandra; Rohita and Śunaḥśepha
सत्यं सारं धृतिं दृष्ट्वा सभार्यस्य च भूपते: । विश्वामित्रो भृशं प्रीतो ददावविहतां गतिम् ॥ २४ ॥
satyaṁ sāraṁ dhṛtiṁ dṛṣṭvā sabhāryasya ca bhūpateḥ viśvāmitro bhṛśaṁ prīto dadāv avihatāṁ gatim
Nang makita ni Viśvāmitra ang katotohanan, pagtitiis, at pagkapit sa diwa ng dharma ng Haring Hariścandra kasama ang kanyang asawa, labis siyang nalugod. Ipinagkaloob niya sa kanila ang di-nasisirang landas—kaalamang di-nauubos—upang matupad ang layunin ng buhay-tao.
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It teaches that satya (truthfulness), sāra (inner substance), and dhṛti (steadfast courage) are so spiritually potent that they attract the blessings of great sages, who may grant an unobstructed auspicious attainment.
Viśvāmitra observed their unwavering truthfulness and fortitude even under testing circumstances; being deeply pleased by their character, he granted them an avihatā gati—an unimpeded blessed destination.
Practice truthful speech, cultivate inner integrity, and remain steady during trials; such dharmic steadiness invites spiritual progress and the goodwill of saintly persons and genuine teachers.