First Hermit Monologue from Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama

From Sakoontala; Or, The Lost Ring: An Indian Drama by Kālidāsa

male · contemplative · 54 sec

How majestic is his mien, and yet what confidence it inspires! But this might be expected in a king, whose character and habits have earned for him a title only one degree removed from that of a Sage (39). In this secluded grove, whose sacred joys All may participate, he deigns to dwell Like one of us; and daily treasures up A store of purest merit for himself, By the protection of our holy rites. In his own person wondrously are joined Both majesty and saintlike holiness; And often chanted by inspired bards (40), His hallowed title of 'Imperial Sage' Ascends in joyous accents to the skies. (SECOND HERMIT: Bear in mind, Gautama, that this is the great Dushyanta, the friend of Indra.) What of that?

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