Shloka 4.12.42

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

Devanagari script

विभ्राजमानो वपुषा रामवाक्यसमाहितः।जगाम सह रामेण किष्किन्थां वालिपालिताम्4.12.42।।

Transliteration

vibhrājamāno vapuṣā rāmavākyasamāhitaḥ |

jagāma saha rāmeṇa kiṣkindhāṃ vālipālitām ||

Translation

Radiant in form and intent on fulfilling Rāma’s words, he went together with Rāma to Kiṣkindhā, the city ruled by Vāli.

Context

Radiant Sugriva intent on carrying out Rama's words again went to Kishkinda ruled by Vali.ityārṣē śrīmadrāmāyaṇē vālmīkīya ādikāvyē kiṣkindhākāṇḍē dvādaśassargaḥ৷৷Thus ends the twelfth sarga of Kishkindakanda of the holy Ramayana, the first epic composed by sage Valmiki.

Characters & Entities

• Sugriva
• Rama
• Kishkindha
• Vali

FAQs

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

Dharma is steadfast follow-through: once a righteous agreement is made, one proceeds with focus and integrity toward its fulfillment.

What is the narrative situation?

Having arranged the identification mark and renewed assurance, Sugrīva accompanies Rāma to Kiṣkindhā to confront Vāli.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s determination and trust—he commits himself to the shared mission under Rāma’s guidance.