I will not do as duty anything contrary to what is done by others in this world. No one who obeys the commands of his father falls off the path of righteousness.' [2-21-36]
One who is the best among the knowers of speech and best of all archers, Rama spoke to his mother in this manner and then said to Lakshmana : - [2-21-37]
मम मातुर्महद्दुःखमतुलं शुभलक्षण | अभिप्रायमविज्ञाय सत्यस्य च शमस्य च || २-२१-३९
Oh ! Lakshamana of auspicious qualities, since my mother is not aware of the significance of truth and selfrestraint, she is overcome with grief, great and incomparable. [2-21-39]
Righteousness alone is supreme in this world and truth is established in righteousness. This excellent command of our father is supported by righteousness. [2-21-40]