English Commentaries


Rama performs the traditional rituals prior to coronation 2.6.1-7

The commentator points that Rama did not sleep in the sanctuary as supposed by others, for sleeping in the sanctuary where the image of the deity is placed is strictly prohibited.
Madhusudana refers to the Supreme Person incarnated in the month of Caitra for prosperity and protection. Visnu, who had produced the demon Madhu from the filth of his ear constantly meditated on him. Thus Rama loved his name.


Attalaka, anagha 2.6.11 & 24

Attalaka denotes the space on the rampart prepared for an encounter.
Dasaratha was anagha, i.e. destroyer of the enemies of those who had taken refuge in him.