Shloka 2.27.13

सीताया वनगमननिश्चयः (Sita’s Resolve to Accompany Rama to the Forest)

Devanagari script

त्वं हि शक्तो वने कर्तुं राम सम्परिपालनम्।अन्यस्यापि जनस्येह किं पुनर्मम मानद।।।।

Transliteration

tvaṃ hi śakto vane kartuṃ rāma samparipālanam | anyasyāpi janasyeha kiṃ punar mama mānada ||

Translation

For you, Rāma, are able to grant complete protection in the forest even to others—how much more, then, to me, O giver of honor.

Context

O respector of individuals! when you are capable of protecting other people in the forest, what of me?

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Dharma is mutual trust within rightful roles: Sītā affirms Rāma’s duty and capacity as protector, grounding her decision in confidence rather than fear.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā answers objections about danger by stating that Rāma can protect her, as he protects others.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Faith and resolve—Sītā’s unwavering confidence in Rāma’s strength and righteousness.