Shloka 4.5.21

मैत्रीप्रतिष्ठा (Rama–Sugriva Alliance and Fire-Rite of Friendship)

Devanagari script

ततः प्रहृष्टस्सुग्रीवः श्लक्ष्णं मधुरया गिरा4.5.21।।प्रत्युवाच तदा रामं हर्षव्याकुललोचनः।

Transliteration

tataḥ prahṛṣṭaḥ sugrīvaḥ ślakṣṇaṃ madhurayā girā | pratyuvāca tadā rāmaṃ harṣavyākulalocanaḥ ||4.5.21||

Translation

Then Sugrīva, his eyes shining with joy, replied to Rāma in gentle and sweet words.

Context

Then Sugriva, eyes sparkling with joy, replied to Rama in a sweet, gentle voice.

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Truthful and courteous speech: Sugrīva’s gentle reply models dharmic communication—respectful words that build trust in a righteous partnership.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva, encouraged by the meeting with Rāma, begins his response, emotionally relieved and hopeful.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s humility and sincerity, shown through sweet, respectful speech.