Shloka 29
दुन्दुभिवधप्रसङ्गः
The Dundubhi Episode and the Proof of Rama’s Prowess
मितं व्यक्ताक्षरपदं तमुवाचाथ दुन्दुभिम्।हरीणामीश्वरो वाली सर्वेषां वनचारिणाम्4.11.29।।
mitaṃ vyaktākṣara-padaṃ tam uvāca atha dundubhim |
harīṇām īśvaro vālī sarveṣāṃ vana-cāriṇām || 4.11.29 ||
Then Vali—lord of the monkeys, of all who roam the forests—addressed Dundubhi in few words, clear in syllable and in meaning.
'Unable to tolerate the sound, Vali jumped out of the harem along with the women like the Moon with stars.
FAQs
Dharma in speech is emphasized: a ruler’s words should be measured, clear, and purposeful—avoiding impulsive, harmful talk even amid provocation.
After coming out, Vali prepares to address the challenger Dundubhi, and the narration highlights the manner of his speech.
Vāk-saṃyama (discipline of speech): brevity and clarity, traits associated with responsible leadership.