Shloka 4.20.20

ताराविलापः — Tara’s Lament over Vāli

Devanagari script

सकामो भव सुग्रीव रुमां त्वं प्रतिपत्स्यसे।भुङ्क्षव राज्यमनुद्विग्नश्शस्तो भ्राता रिपुस्तव4.20.20।।

Transliteration

sakāmo bhava sugrīva rumāṃ tvaṃ pratipatsyase |

bhuṅkṣva rājyam anudvignaḥ śasto bhrātā ripus tava ||

Translation

Be satisfied, Sugrīva—your desire is fulfilled. You will regain Rumā; enjoy the kingdom without anxiety, for your enemy—your brother—has been slain.

Context

'(Now turning to Sugriva she said) O Sugriva! your enemy brother has been killed and your desire has been fulfilled.You will get back Ruma and enjoy the kingdom without any obstacles.'

Characters & Entities

• Tārā
• Sugrīva
• Rumā
• Vāli

FAQs

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

Dharma as restoration of political order: with the rival removed, the new ruler must govern without agitation and uphold stability rather than prolong vengeance.

What is the narrative situation?

Tārā turns from lamenting Vāli to address Sugrīva, acknowledging the shift of power and the fulfillment of his aims.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva is implicitly urged toward restrained kingship—calm enjoyment of rule rather than fear-driven rule.