Now, mighty Sage, my spirit joys

To give these maidens to the boys.

Let Sítá be to Ráma tied.

And Urmilá be Lakshmaṇ's bride.

First give, O King, the gift of cows,

As dowry of each royal spouse,

Due offerings to the spirits pay,

And solemnize the wedding-day.

The moon tonight, O royal Sage,

In Maghá's[252] House takes harbourage;