Back to Divine Assembly
The Philosopher King
King Janaka
"The father of Sita and a master of spiritual knowledge and detachment."
Identity
Janaka, the king of Mithila, was a Rajarishi—a king who was also a sage.
Role in Epic
He discovered Sita while plowing the earth and organized the Swayamvara that united Rama and Sita.
Key Journey Moments
Finding baby Sita in a furrow of the earth.
Hosting the great Swayamvara of the Shiva Dhanush.
Imparting spiritual wisdom to many seekers.
Upholding Dharma in Mithila.
Divine Wisdom
1
One can achieve spiritual perfection while performing worldly duties.
2
Detachment is an internal state of mind.
3
The Earth provides for the righteous.
Core Attributes
Spiritual Wisdom
Detachment
Piety
Justness
Symbolism
Janaka represents the ideal of being in the world but not of it.
Divine Bonds
The Journey Continues
Explore the Kandas where King Janaka played a pivotal role in restoring Dharma.
Explore the Kandas