Shloka 3.47.23

सीतारावणसंवादः — Ravana Reveals Himself; Sita Affirms Rama’s Dharma

Devanagari script

समाश्वस मुहूर्तं तु शक्यं वस्तुमिह त्वया।।3.47.22।।आगमिष्यति मे भर्ता वन्यमादाय पुष्कलम्।रुरून्गोधा न्वराहांश्च हत्वाऽदायाऽमिषान्बहून्।।3.47.23।।

Transliteration

rurūn godhān varāhāṃś ca hatvā ādāya āmiṣān bahūn ||

Translation

Having slain deer, iguanas, and boars, he will return bearing many kinds of meat in abundance.

Context

Rest here awhile. My husband will return with plenty of meat of many kinds from the forest, killing deer, alligators and wild boars.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as responsible sustenance in exile—living from forest resources while maintaining order and protection; the verse also frames Rāma as provider within a disciplined life.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā continues explaining that Rāma will return with meat obtained from hunting in the forest.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s role as a capable protector-provider in austere circumstances, supporting those dependent on him.