Shloka 1.1.5

श्रीमद्रामायणकथासङ्क्षेपः / The Ramayana in Synopsis (Narada’s Summary to Valmiki)

Devanagari script

एतदिच्छाम्यहं श्रोतुं परं कौतूहलं हि मे ।महर्षे त्वं समर्थोऽसि ज्ञातुमेवंविधं नरम् ।।।।

Transliteration

vāryamāṇaḥ subahuśo mārīcena sa rāvaṇaḥ | na virodho balavatā kṣamo rāvaṇa tena te || 1.1.50 ||

Translation

Though Mārīca repeatedly warned him, saying, “O Rāvaṇa, hostility with that mighty one is not fitting for you,” Rāvaṇa would not be restrained.

Context

O Maharshi, I intend to hear about such a man whom you are able to place? Indeed great is my curiosity".

Characters & Entities

• Mārīca
• Rāvaṇa
• Rāma (implied as 'the mighty one')
• hostility (virodha)

FAQs

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

Dharma values truthful counsel and prudent restraint; rejecting wise advice due to pride or rage leads toward adharma.

What is the narrative situation?

Mārīca attempts to dissuade Rāvaṇa from opposing Rāma, recognizing Rāma’s strength and the danger of the conflict.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Mārīca’s pragmatic discernment (nīti-buddhi) and willingness to speak an uncomfortable truth.