Shloka 4.4.17

हनूमद्-दूत्यम् / Hanuman’s Mediation and Lakshmana’s Appeal to Sugriva

Devanagari script

एतत्ते सर्वमाख्यातं यथा तथ्येन पृच्छतः।अहं चैव हि रामश्च सुग्रीवं शरणं गतौ।।

Transliteration

etat te sarvam ākhyātaṃ yathā tathyena pṛcchataḥ |

ahaṃ caiva hi rāmaś ca sugrīvaṃ śaraṇaṃ gatau ||

Translation

“Since you asked earnestly for the truth, I have told you everything exactly as it is. Now Rāma and I have come to Sugrīva, seeking refuge.”

Context

'I have given a factual account of everything, since you asked me. Now Rama and I have arrived seeking Sugriva's shelter.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman
• Rama
• Sugriva

FAQs

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

Satya (truthfulness) as dharma: Hanuman emphasizes that his account is factual, and that seeking refuge is done transparently without deceit.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman concludes his truthful report and states that he and Rama have approached Sugriva for protection and alliance.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanuman’s integrity (satya) and diplomatic clarity; Rama’s humility in seeking shelter despite greatness.