Shloka 4.12.1

द्वादशः सर्गः — Rama’s Proof of Power, the First Duel, and the Identification Mark (Kishkindha Kanda, Sarga 12)

Devanagari script

एतच्च वचनं श्रुत्वा सुग्रीवेण सुभाषितम्।प्रत्ययार्थं महातेजा रामो जग्राह कार्मुकम्4.12.1।।

Transliteration

etac ca vacanaṃ śrutvā sugrīveṇa subhāṣitam | pratyayārthaṃ mahātejā rāmo jagrāha kārmukam ||

Translation

Hearing Sugriva’s well-spoken words, the radiant Rama took up his bow, to establish trust and confidence in his promise.

Context

Having heard Sugriva's pleasing words, the brilliant Rama took up the bow in order to inspire confidence in Sugriva.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sugriva
• bow (kārmuka)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is reliability in commitment: Rama signals that his word will be backed by decisive, righteous action, strengthening trust (pratyaya) in an alliance.

What is the narrative situation?

After Sugriva speaks, Rama prepares to act by taking up his bow, indicating readiness to help Sugriva against Vali.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s satya (truthfulness) and steadfast resolve—he does not merely reassure with words but prepares for action.