Shloka 1.3.28

तृतीयः सर्गः (Bālakāṇḍa 3): Vālmīki’s Yogic Verification and the Epic Synopsis

Devanagari script

सिंहिकायाश्च निधनं लङ्कामलयदर्शनम् ।रात्रौ लङ्काप्रवेशं च एकस्याथ विचिन्तनम् ।।।।

Transliteration

siṃhikāyāś ca nidhanaṃ laṅkā-malaya-darśanam | rātrau laṅkā-praveśaṃ ca ekasyātha vicintanam ||

Translation

He related the killing of Siṃhikā, the sight of Laṅkā from the Malaya height, the entry into Laṅkā by night, and then the solitary deliberation (of Hanumān).

Context

(He described) the slaughter of (the female demon) Simhika, the viewing of in Lankafrom a mountain, the entry into Lanka by night and thereafter, Hanuman's lonely thinking.

Characters & Entities

• Siṃhikā
• Laṅkā
• Malaya (mountain/region)
• Hanumān

FAQs

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

Dharma requires both valor and discernment: obstacles are removed decisively, yet the mission proceeds with cautious, thoughtful strategy.

What is the narrative situation?

Nārada summarizes Hanumān’s approach to Laṅkā: defeating Siṃhikā, surveying Laṅkā, entering by night, and planning alone.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanumān’s strategic intelligence—acting bravely while carefully considering the safest righteous course.