Shloka 4.12.15

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

Devanagari script

सुग्रीवो व्यनदद्घोरं वालिनोऽऽह्वानकारणात्।गाढं परिहितो वेगान्नादैर्भिन्दन्निवाम्बरम्4.12.15।।

Transliteration

sugrīvo vyanadad ghoraṃ vālinō 'hvānakāraṇāt | gāḍhaṃ parihito vegān nādair bhindann ivāmbaram ||

Translation

To summon Vali, Sugriva tightened his garment firmly and let out a fearsome roar—his cries seeming to split the sky.

Context

Sugriva tightened up his waist- cloth hurriedly and roared terrifically as though piercing the sky. And screamed for Vali.

Characters & Entities

• Sugriva
• Vali
• sky (ambara)

FAQs

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

Courage in pursuing rightful restoration: Sugriva openly issues the challenge required by the plan, facing fear and risk rather than retreating.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugriva formally calls Vali out by roaring loudly, initiating the confrontation.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Valor and resolve—Sugriva acts despite the danger posed by the stronger Vali.