Shloka 3.74.2

शबरी-आश्रम-प्रवेशः (Rama and Lakshmana at Sabari’s Hermitage)

Devanagari script

तौ शैलेष्वाचितानेकान् क्षौद्रकल्पफलान्द्रुमान्।वीक्षन्तौ जग्मतुर्ध्रष्टुं सुग्रीवं रामलक्ष्मणौ।।।।

Transliteration

danoḥ sakāśāt tattvena prabhāvaṃ te mahātmanaḥ | śrutaṃ pratyakṣam icchāmi sandraṣṭuṃ yadi manyase ||

Translation

From Danu I have truly heard of your spiritual power, O great-souled one; if you consent, I wish to behold it directly.

Context

Observing the trees loaded with honey-sweet fruits on the mountain, Rama and Lakshmana went to see Sugriva.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Śabarī
• Danu

FAQs

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

Truth-seeking with humility: Rama asks for direct understanding while respecting consent, aligning inquiry with satya and restraint.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama tells Śabarī he has heard of her power/attainment (via Danu) and asks to witness it.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s respectful inquiry and commitment to सत्य (satya)—seeking firsthand clarity rather than mere hearsay.