Shloka 4.41.19

दक्षिणदिशि सीतान्वेषण-आदेशः (Commissioning the Southern Search for Sītā)

Devanagari script

ततो हेममयं दिव्यं मुक्तामणिविभूषितम्।युक्तं कवाटं पाण्ड्यानां गता द्रक्ष्यथ वानराः।।।।

Transliteration

tato hemamayaṃ divyaṃ muktāmaṇivibhūṣitam | yuktaṃ kavāṭaṃ pāṇḍyānāṃ gatā drakṣyatha vānarāḥ ||

Translation

Then, O monkeys, proceeding from there you will behold the gate of the Pāṇḍyas, firmly set in the wall—divine, wrought of gold, and adorned with pearls and precious gems.

Context

'O monkeys! leaving that river, you will find encrusted with pearls the wonderful golden gate of the city of Pandyas (modern Madurai).

Characters & Entities

• Pandyas
• Vanaras

FAQs

What is the historical significance of the mention of the Pandyas in this verse?

This verse provides historical and geographical evidence of the ancient Pandya kingdom in Southern India, noted for its wealth (gold and pearls) during the time of the Ramayana.

Why does Sugriva describe the architecture of the gate to the Vanaras?

Sugriva describes distinct landmarks like the golden, pearl-encrusted gate to ensure the Vanaras can accurately identify the location while searching for Sita, fulfilling his duty (Dharma) as a king and ally.