Shloka 4.44.9

हनूमत्प्रशंसा–अङ्गुलीयकप्रदानम् (Praise of Hanumān and the Gift of the Signet Ring)

Devanagari script

सर्वथा निश्चितार्थोऽयं हनूमति हरीश्वरः।निश्चितार्थकरश्चापि हनूमान्कार्यसाधने।।4.44.9।।

Transliteration

sarvathā niścitārtho 'yaṃ hanūmati harīśvaraḥ |

niścitārtha-karaś cāpi hanūmān kārya-sādhane || 4.44.9 ||

Translation

This lord of the vanaras is wholly confident in Hanuman; and Hanuman too is one who surely brings a resolved purpose to completion in accomplishing a task.

Context

'This monkey king, Sugriva has confidence in Hanuman that he will by all means accomplish the task.'

Characters & Entities

• Sugriva
• Hanuman

FAQs

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

Dharma values trust built on proven character: leadership relies on dependable agents who complete what they undertake.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama recognizes Sugriva’s assurance in Hanuman and affirms Hanuman’s reliability in bringing missions to completion.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Steadfastness and follow-through (niścaya and sādhana) as Hanuman’s defining strength.