Shloka 4.38.6

उद्योगप्रवर्तनम् (Mobilization and Counsel on Kingship)

Devanagari script

तमेवमुक्त्वा सुग्रीवो लक्ष्मणं शुभलक्षणम्।विसर्जयामास तदा तारामन्याश्च योषितः।।4.38.6।।

Transliteration

tasya tad-vacanaṃ śrutvā lakṣmaṇasya subhāṣitam ||4.38.4|| sugrīvaḥ parama-prīto vākyam etad uvāca ha | evaṃ bhavatu gacchāvaḥ stheyaṃ tvac-chāsane mayā ||4.38.5||

Translation

Hearing Lakṣmaṇa’s well-spoken words, Sugrīva was greatly pleased and replied: “So be it. Let us go. I shall abide by your command.”

Context

Sugriva spoke to Lakshmana endowed with auspicious signs, and thereupon permitted Tara and other women to leave the place.

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• Lakṣmaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as honoring truthful commitments and respecting rightful instruction: Sugrīva accepts guidance without ego, aligning his actions with the alliance’s moral purpose.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva responds to Lakṣmaṇa’s message and agrees to proceed, affirming that he will act in accordance with Lakṣmaṇa’s directive.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s humility and readiness to act; Lakṣmaṇa’s disciplined, persuasive speech that advances the righteous mission.