Shloka 4.27.26

प्रस्रवणगिरिवासवर्णनम् (Residence on Mount Prasravana; Counsel during the Rains)

Devanagari script

इतश्च नातिदूरे सा किष्किन्धा चित्रकानना।सुग्रीवस्य पुरी रम्या भविष्यति नृपात्मज4.27.26।।

Transliteration

itaś ca nātidūre sā kiṣkindhā citrakānanā |

sugrīvasya purī ramyā bhaviṣyati nṛpātmaja || 4.27.26 ||

Translation

And not far from here lies Kiṣkindhā, set amid a wondrous forest—the delightful city of Sugrīva, O prince.

Context

'O prince ! Sugriva's delightful city of Kishkinda with wonderful forest around is not far from here.

Characters & Entities

• Kiṣkindhā
• Sugrīva

FAQs

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

Dharma involves rightful alliances: reaching Sugrīva’s realm signals the path toward a just partnership to restore order and seek Sītā.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama identifies the proximity of Kiṣkindhā, where Sugrīva rules, indicating they are nearing their strategic destination.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Purposeful leadership—Rama keeps the mission in view while navigating the forest.