Shloka 4.12.36

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

Devanagari script

तस्माद्युध्यस्व भूयस्त्वं मा मा शङ्केश्च वानर4.12.36।।एतन्मुहूर्ते सुग्रीव पश्य वालिनमाहवे।निरस्तमिषुणैकेन वेष्टमानं महीतले4.12.37।।

Transliteration

tasmād yudhyasva bhūyas tvaṁ mā mā śaṅkeś ca vānara || 4.12.36 ||

etan muhūrte sugrīva paśya vālinam āhave |

nirastam iṣuṇā ekena veṣṭamānaṁ mahī-tale || 4.12.37 ||

Translation

Therefore, O monkey, go again and fight—do not doubt me. In this very moment, Sugrīva, you will see Vālī in battle struck down by a single arrow and writhing upon the ground.

Context

'Therefore, O monkey, go and engage yourself in fight again. Do not suspect me. With this single arrow of mine, in one moment you will see Vali thrown down and rolling on the ground in this combat.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Sugrīva
• Vālī
• arrow (iṣu/śara)
• battle (āhava)
• ground/earth (mahī-tala)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes keeping one’s pledged word and restoring justice; Rāma urges renewed effort while reaffirming reliable protection and truthful commitment.

What is the narrative situation?

After explaining his earlier hesitation, Rāma instructs Sugrīva to re-enter combat and promises immediate, decisive intervention against Vālī.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Reliability and courage—Rāma removes doubt and stands firmly by his alliance-duty.