Shloka 3.45.35

सीतया लक्ष्मणप्रेषणम् — Sita urges Lakshmana to seek Rama (The crisis of the ‘distressed voice’)

Devanagari script

निमित्तानि च घोराणि यानि प्रादुर्भवन्ति मे।।3.45.34।।अपि त्वां सह रामेण पश्येयं पुनरागतः।न वेत्येतन्न जानामि वैदेहि जनकात्मजे।।3.45.35।।

Transliteration

api tvāṃ saha rāmeṇa paśyeyaṃ punar āgataḥ | na vā ity etan na jānāmi vaidehi janakātmaje ||3.45.35||

Translation

When I return, shall I see you again together with Rāma—or not? This I do not know, O Vaidehī, daughter of Janaka.

Context

O daughter of Janaka O princess from Videha, I see dreadful omens. I do not know whether I will see you when I am back with Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Sītā (Vaidehī, Janakātmajā)
• Rāma
• Janaka
• Videha

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Humility before uncertainty: even a dutiful agent acknowledges limits of knowledge while proceeding with necessary action.

What is the narrative situation?

Lakṣmaṇa, sensing danger, leaves Sītā and expresses fear that reunion may not occur.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sincerity and concern—despite conflict, Lakṣmaṇa voices genuine anxiety for Sītā’s safety and the outcome.