Shloka 4.41.30

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

Devanagari script

तस्यैकं काञ्चनं शृङ्गं सेवतेऽयं दिवाकरः।।।।श्वेतं राजतमेकं च सेवतेऽयं निशाकरः।न तं कृतघ्नाः पश्यन्ति न नृशंसा न नास्तिकाः।।।।

Transliteration

tasyaikaṃ kāñcanaṃ śṛṅgaṃ sevate 'yaṃ divākaraḥ || 4.41.30 ||

Translation

Of that mountain, the Sun is said to frequent one peak of gold.

Context

'The Sun resorts to its golden peak. The Moon rests over its silver peak. Neither the ungrateful, nor the mean nor the unbelievers can behold this (phenomenon).

Characters & Entities

• Sun (Divākara)
• a mountain with a golden peak (unnamed here, contextually the sacred/remarkable mountain being described)

FAQs

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

Dharma is expressed as truthful guidance given to those on duty: leaders support righteous action by giving accurate, practical directions that help the mission succeed.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva describes landmarks on the southern route so the search-party can navigate and continue the quest for Sītā without confusion.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s foresight: he equips his envoys with concrete navigational knowledge, strengthening their resolve and effectiveness.