Shloka 4.38.29

उद्योगप्रवर्तनम् (Mobilization and Counsel on Kingship)

Devanagari script

ऋक्षाश्चावहिताश्शूरा गोलाङ्गूलाश्च राघव।कान्तारवनदुर्गाणामभिज्ञा घोरदर्शनाः।।4.38.28।।देवगन्धर्वपुत्राश्च वानराः कामरूपिणः।स्वैस्स्वै: परिवृतास्सैन्यैर्वर्तन्ते पथि राघव।।4.38.29।।

Transliteration

sa lakṣmaṇo bhīmabalaṃ sarvavānarasattamam | abravīt praśritaṃ vākyaṃ sugrīvaṃ sampraharṣayan || kiṣkindhāyā viniṣkrāma yadi te saumya rocate ||

Translation

Then Lakṣmaṇa, of formidable strength, addressed Sugrīva—the foremost among the vanaras—with courteous words, encouraging him: “If it pleases you, gentle one, come out from Kiṣkindhā.”

Context

'O Rama valiant bears of fierce appearance, also golangulas (a variety of monkeys with tails like cows') familiar with the inaccessible fortresses of forest have come. These monkeys are sons of divine beings and gandharvas who can assume any form at will. They are on their way along with their armies.

Characters & Entities

• Lakshmana
• Sugriva
• Kishkindha

FAQs

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

Dharma is disciplined speech and respectful approach: even when urgency exists, one should invite cooperation through courtesy rather than coercion.

What is the narrative situation?

Lakshmana addresses Sugriva to come out from Kishkindha, setting the stage for coordination and action in Rama’s mission.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Maryādā (propriety) in conduct—Lakshmana combines strength with polite, purposeful communication.