Shloka 4.43.30

सुग्रीवस्य शतवलि-प्रेषणम् (Sugriva’s Commission to Satavali for the Northern Search)

Devanagari script

स च सर्वैर्विचेतव्यस्ससानुप्रस्थभूधरः।क्रौञ्चं गिरिमतिक्रम्य मैनाको नाम पर्वतः।।।।

Transliteration

sa ca sarvair vicetavyaḥ sa-sānu-prastha-bhūdharaḥ |

krauñcaṃ girim atikramya maināko nāma parvataḥ ||

Translation

That mountain, with its slopes, plateaus, and ridgelands, must be searched by all of you; after passing Mount Krauñca comes the mountain called Maināka.

Context

'Beyond mount Krauncha you will find Mainaka. All of you should search for Sita in the plain lands and the ridges of the mountain.

Characters & Entities

• Mount Krauñca
• Maināka mountain

FAQs

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

Dharma is thorough effort guided by truthful knowledge: the mission requires both accurate route-information and complete searching of the terrain.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva continues the northern itinerary, directing the party past Krauñca to Maināka and insisting on a comprehensive search.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Perseverance with planning: sustained effort supported by clear instructions.