- 'Oh ! prince of great renown, may God bless you It is not proper on your part to grieve. It is time to perform the funeral rites of the king in the best way possible.' [2-76-2]
The mortal remains of protector of the earth ( king Dasaratha ), was taken out of the oil container and placed on the floor. His pale, yellow face appeared as if he was asleep. [2-76-4]
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 : - [2-76-5]