Shloka 4.40.10

पूर्वदिशि सीतामार्गण-नियोगः (Deployment to the Eastern Quarter for the Search of Sita)

Devanagari script

इति ब्रुवाणं सुग्रीवं रामो दशरथात्मजः।बाहुभ्यां सम्परिष्वज्य इदं वचनमब्रवीत्।।4.40.10।।

Transliteration

iti bruvāṇaṃ sugrīvaṃ rāmo daśarathātmajaḥ | bāhubhyāṃ sampariṣvajya idaṃ vacanam abravīt || 4.40.10 ||

Translation

As Sugrīva spoke thus, Rāma—Daśaratha’s son—embraced him with both arms and then replied with these words.

Context

On hearing him, Rama, Dasaratha's son, hugged Sugriva with his arms and said:

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Sugrīva
• Daśaratha

FAQs

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

Honoring relationships through respect and gratitude: Rāma affirms alliance not merely by words but by a gesture of trust and warmth.

What is the narrative situation?

After hearing Sugrīva’s statement, Rāma embraces him and begins his response, reinforcing their bond.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s nobility and relational dharma—he acknowledges support and sustains friendship through dignified conduct.