Shloka 1.1.58

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

Devanagari script

पम्पातीरे हनुमता सङ्गतो वानरेण ह ।।।।हनुमद्वचनाच्चैव सुग्रीवेण समागत: ।

Transliteration

so 'bhyagacchan mahātejāḥ śabarīṃ śatrusūdanaḥ | śabaryā pūjitas samyag rāmo daśarathātmajaḥ ||

Translation

Then the radiant slayer of foes—Rāma, Daśaratha’s son—approached Śabarī, and she duly honored him with reverent worship.

Context

On the bank of Pampa he met a monkey named Hanuman on whose advice he made friendship with Sugriva.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Daśaratha
• Śabarī

FAQs

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

Dharma is mutual respect between the righteous and the devoted: Śabarī’s proper hospitality and Rāma’s acceptance sanctify the meeting as a model of reverence, humility, and truth-centered devotion.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma reaches Śabarī’s hermitage as advised by Kabandha; she receives him with due honor.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Śabarī’s devoted service and Rāma’s gracious humility in receiving sincere worship.