In English
Immediately after broke 's bow, Emperor declared that he would offer in marriage to . brought to the assembly hall. , however, without any hesitation, but in sweet firm words, declared that he would not agree to the wedding without the approval of his parents. said that he owed his body to his parents and that he would abide by their wishes. He declared that till his parents arrived (in ) he would not even set his eyes on . " I will consent to the marriage only after their approval." In this manner, rejoiced in setting an example to the world of ideal conduct for all to follow at all times. Sage also waited for the arrival of 's parents. In another episode in , sage accompanied to meet in the forest. Intervening in the argument between and (over the issue of 's return to to talc over the kingdom), said: "It is your right and duty to role over the kingdom. You are the eldest son of . You are endowed with all the talents. You are well versed in the scriptures relating to (the code of Right Conduct). You have won the affections of the people. You are committed to the well-being of the people." appealed in this manner to to assume the reins of rulership. Speaking sweetly, eschewing harshness of any kind, replied; "! Without honouring the plighted word of the father, if I disobey the command of my deceased father, I will be rendering my life worthless. My primary duty is to carry our my father's injunctions. I may even transgress the command of the preceptor, but I will not go against the command of my father." Thus, carrying our the commands of his father, spent fourteen years in exile and demonstrated to the world the joy and fulfilment to be derived from such an exemplary life.