Shloka 3.75.27

पम्पादर्शनम् — Vision of Lake Pampā and the Turn toward Sugrīva

Devanagari script

सुग्रीवमभिगच्छ त्वं वानरेन्द्रं नरर्षभ।इत्युवाच पुनर्वाक्यं लक्ष्मणं सत्यविक्रमम्।।3.75.27।।

Transliteration

sugrīvamabhigaccha tvaṃ vānarendraṃ nararṣabha | ityuvāca punarvākyaṃ lakṣmaṇaṃ satyavikramam ||

Translation

“O best of men, go and approach Sugriva, lord of the vanaras.” Thus Rama spoke these words again to Lakshmana, whose valor is grounded in truth.

Context

Rama said to Lakshmana, the best of men, who had truth as his strength, Go to Sugriva, lord of the monkeys.

Characters & Entities

• Sugriva
• Lakshmana
• Rama

FAQs

Why is Lakshmana described as 'Satyavikramam' in this verse?

The epithet 'Satyavikramam' means 'one whose valour is truth.' It highlights that Lakshmana's immense strength and heroism are rooted in his unwavering commitment to Satya (Truth) and Dharma (Righteousness).

What is the narrative significance of approaching Sugriva?

This instruction marks a critical turning point in the epic, shifting the narrative from the brothers' wandering in the forest to the formation of the strategic alliance with the Vanaras, which is essential for the search for Sita and the battle against Ravana.