Shloka 4.38.9

उद्योगप्रवर्तनम् (Mobilization and Counsel on Kingship)

Devanagari script

श्रुत्वा तु वचनं तस्य हरयश्शीघ्रविक्रमाः।।4.38.9।।समुपस्थापयामासुश्शिबिकां प्रियदर्शनाम्।

Transliteration

tān uvāca tataḥ prāptān rājā arka-sadṛśa-prabhaḥ ||4.38.8|| upasthāpayata kṣipraṃ śibikāṃ mama vānarāḥ |

Translation

Then the king, radiant like the sun, addressed those who had arrived: “Vānaras, quickly bring my palanquin.”

Context

On hearing the king, the monkeys who were quick to act placed a beautiful palanquin in front of him.

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• vānarāḥ (monkeys)
• śibikā (palanquin)

FAQs

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

Dharma is prompt execution of rightful duty: attendants respond to legitimate authority as the king prepares to act for the alliance’s righteous mission.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva issues a practical order—his palanquin is to be made ready immediately.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s decisiveness and administrative efficiency in moving from words to action.