Shloka 4.16.31

वालिवधः — The Slaying of Vali

Devanagari script

हीयमानमथोऽपश्यत्सुग्रीवं वानरेश्वरम्।वीक्षमाणं दिशश्चैव राघवस्स मुहुर्मुहुः4.16.31।।

Transliteration

hīyamānamatho'paśyatsugrīvaṃ vānareśvaram | vīkṣamāṇaṃ diśaścaiva rāghavassa muhurmuhuḥ ||

Translation

Then Rāghava observed Sugrīva, the lord of monkeys, waning in strength and repeatedly glancing in all directions.

Context

Raghava perceived that the monkey king Sugriva whose strength was waning was looking again and again in all directions (seeking help).

Characters & Entities

• Raghava
• Sugriva

FAQs

Why was Sugriva looking in all directions according to this verse?

Sugriva was losing strength in his battle against Vali and was anxiously looking around to see when Rama would intervene to save him as promised.

What does Rama's observation signify in the context of Dharma?

Rama's keen observation signifies his commitment to the alliance (Mitra Dharma). He was waiting for the right moment to intervene without endangering Sugriva, ensuring he fulfilled his vow to protect his friend.