- they seem restrained by the loss of business with distracted attention. The multitude of birds frequenting the temples and the sanctuaries appear dispirited. [2-71-42]
The people in the city, both men and women look dull, emaciated, pitiable with throats choked. Their eyes are filled with tears and minds absorbed in distressing thoughts.' [2-71-43]
With these words said to the charioteer, Bharata, having seen such ominous sights in Ayodhya, proceeded to the king's palace with a depressed heart. [2-71-44]
As he (Bharata) beheld the city of Ayodhya that once had the lustre of the city of Indra, now with its crossroads, houses and highways all deserted, the fittings (nuts and bolts) on the doors red with dust, he was overwhelmed with grief. [2-71-45]