Shloka 22
दशरथस्य अन्त्येष्टि
विधानम् — Dasaratha’s Funeral Rites and Ayodhya’s Mourning
ततो रुदन्त्यो विवशाविलप्य च पुनः पुनः।यानेभ्यस्सरयूतीरमवतेरुर्वराङ्गनाः।।2.76.22।।
tato rudantyo vivaśā vilapya ca punaḥ punaḥ |
yānebhyaḥ sarayūtīram avaterur varāṅganāḥ || 2.76.22 ||
پھر وہ ورانگنائیں، روتی ہوئی، بےبس، بار بار فریاد کرتی ہوئی، اپنی سواریوں سے اتر کر سرَیو کے کنارے پر آ گئیں۔
The mortal remains of king Dasaratha, protector of the earth, was taken out of the oil container and placed on the floor. His pale, yellow face appeared as if he was asleep. Thereafter it was laid upon a magnificent couch adorned with every kind of gem. On seeing Dasaratha in that state Bharata lamented in extreme distress.
FAQs
Dharma here appears as inclusive public participation in mourning rites—people connected to the royal household, even courtesans, share in honoring the departed.
Various groups reach the Sarayū bank as part of the funeral events, dismounting from their vehicles while grieving.
Shared humanity—grief is not limited by status; the verse underscores collective sorrow and respect.