Shloka 3.48.19

रावणस्यात्मप्रशंसा लङ्कावर्णनं च — Ravana’s Self-Praise and the Description of Lanka

Devanagari script

अङ्गुल्या न समो रामो मम युद्धे स मानुषः।तव भाग्येन सम्प्राप्तं भजस्व वरवर्णिनि।।।।

Transliteration

aṅgulyā na samo rāmo mama yuddhe sa mānuṣaḥ | tava bhāgyena samprāptaṃ bhajasva varavarṇini ||

Translation

That Rāma, a mere man, is not equal even to my finger in battle. By your good fortune I have come to you—take refuge in me, O fair-complexioned lady.

Context

O lady of fine complexion, Rama is a (mere) mortal. In war he is no match (even) for my finger. It is your good fortune that you have got me here. Take refuge in me.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Rāvaṇa
• Sītā

FAQs

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

Dharma critiques arrogance (mada) and coercive power-claims; satya is not self-glorification but alignment with right. Rāvaṇa’s boast exemplifies adharma through pride and intimidation.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāvaṇa boasts of martial superiority and urges Sītā to accept him as protector and refuge.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s steadfast loyalty and refusal to accept unrighteous ‘refuge’ grounded in adharma.