Shloka 4.3.32

हनूमत्संवादः / Hanuman’s Diplomatic Approach to Rama and Lakshmana

Devanagari script

संस्कारक्रमसम्पन्नामद्रुतामविलम्बिताम्।उच्चारयति कल्याणीं वाचं हृदयहारिणीम्।।

Transliteration

saṃskāra-krama-sampannām adrutām avilambitām | uccārayati kalyāṇīṃ vācaṃ hṛdaya-hāriṇīm ||

Translation

He utters auspicious speech—refined and well-ordered—neither too fast nor too slow; his words are heart-captivating.

Context

'His words are auspicious. They are refined. Neither fast nor slow, his utterances captivate the heart.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Lakshmana
• Hanuman

FAQs

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

Dharma as benevolent speech: words should be truthful and also kalyāṇa (beneficial), structured to uplift and persuade without manipulation.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama continues praising Hanuman’s manner of speaking, emphasizing refinement and balanced pace.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanuman’s cultured eloquence—learning and goodness expressed as pleasing, orderly speech.