Shloka 4.14.9

किष्किन्धायां सुग्रीवस्य नादः — Sugriva’s War-Cry at Kishkindha

Devanagari script

शोभसेऽह्यधिकं वीर लतया कण्ठसक्तया।विपरीत इवाकाशे सूर्यो नक्षत्रमालया4.14.9।।

Transliteration

śobhase hy adhikaṃ vīra latayā kaṇṭha-saktayā |

viparīta ivākāśe sūryo nakṣatra-mālayā || 4.14.9 ||

Translation

Truly, O hero, you shine all the more with that creeper fastened upon your neck—like the radiant sun in the sky adorned with a garland of stars.

Context

'O hero, you are shining with the creeper fastened to your neck , just as the full-moon adorned with a cluster of stars shines in the sky.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Sugrīva
• gaja-latā (creeper)
• sun (sūrya)
• stars (nakṣatra)

FAQs

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

Dharma is supported by morale and clarity: righteous action is strengthened when leaders encourage allies and remove confusion before conflict.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma reassures Sugrīva, noting that the identification creeper both distinguishes him and adds to his presence before the coming duel.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Supportive leadership—Rāma bolsters Sugrīva’s confidence while preparing for a just outcome.