Shloka 4.22.2

वालिविलापः — Vali’s Final Counsel and the Succession Charge

Devanagari script

तं प्राप्तविजयं वाली सुग्रीवं प्लवगेश्वरः।आभाष्य व्यक्तया वाचा सस्नेहमिदमब्रवीत्।।

Transliteration

taṃ prāpta-vijayaṃ vālī sugrīvaṃ plavageśvaraḥ | ābhāṣya vyaktayā vācā sa-sneham idam abravīt ||

Translation

Vāli, lord of the monkeys, addressed Sugrīva—who had attained victory—and in clear words, spoken with affection, said this:

Context

Vali, the lord of monkeys, lovingly said to Sugriva, who had won a victory:

Characters & Entities

• Vali
• Sugriva

FAQs

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

Dharma in leadership includes clarity and goodwill in counsel—especially when settling conflict and guiding rightful governance.

What is the narrative situation?

After Sugriva’s success and Vali’s defeat, Vali begins a final, affectionate address that frames the ensuing instructions.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Magnanimity and lucidity: Vali speaks plainly and with affection despite the crisis.