Shloka 3.55.28

रावणस्य सीताप्रलोभनम् (Ravana’s Attempt to Allure Sita)

Devanagari script

इह माल्यानि सर्वाणि दिव्यगन्धानि मैथिलि।।3.55.28।।भूषणानि च मुख्यानि सेवस्व च मया सह।।

Transliteration

iha mālyāni sarvāṇi divya-gandhāni maithili ||3.55.28||

bhūṣaṇāni ca mukhyāni sevasva ca mayā saha ||

Translation

Here are all garlands of divine fragrance, O Maithilī; and the finest ornaments as well—wear and enjoy them here with me.

Context

O princess from Mithila, put on all garlands of wonderful fragrance and finest of jewels here with me.

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Sītā (Maithilī)
• Garlands (mālya)
• Ornaments (bhūṣaṇa)

FAQs

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

Dharma is not for sale: material gifts cannot justify betrayal of truth, vows, and rightful marital fidelity.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāvaṇa continues persuasion by offering luxury—fragrant garlands and precious ornaments—to entice Sītā.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Aparigraha-like restraint and moral steadfastness—Sītā’s refusal to be swayed by wealth.