Abiding in truth, remembering the righteous ways of virtuous men just as the rising Moon does not leave its beams, Rama too did not move away from his father's command. [2-82-6]
पित्रा भ्रात्रा च ते दत्तं राज्यं निहतकण्टकम् | तद्भुङ्क्ष्व मुदितामात्यः क्षिप्रमेवाभिषेचय || २-८२-७
The kingdom free from obstacles has been passed on to you by your father and brother. Get yourself coronated quickly and enjoy it along with your cheerful ministers. [2-82-7]
On hearing those words, Bharata who knew his duty was overwhelmed with distress and, resolved to abide by righteousness, reached Rama through his mind (thought of Rama). [2-82-9]
सबाष्पकलया वाचा कलहंसस्वरो युवा | विललाप सभामध्ये जगर्हे च पुरोहितम् || २-८२-१०
Young Bharata with the melodious voice of a swan, choked with tears, lamenting in the assembly, reproached the family priest Vasistha, saying : - [2-82-10]