Shloka 4.53.30

स्वयम्प्रभा-विमोचनम् — Svayamprabha Leads the Vanaras Out (Time-Limit Crisis and Counsel)

Devanagari script

न चाहं यौवराज्येन सुग्रीवेणाभिषेचितः।।।।नरेन्द्रेणाभिषिक्तोऽस्मि रामेणाक्लिष्टकर्मणा।

Transliteration

na cāhaṃ yauvarājyena sugrīveṇābhiṣecitaḥ |

narendreṇābhiṣikto 'smi rāmeṇākliṣṭakarmaṇā ||

Translation

I was not installed as heir-apparent by Sugrīva; I was consecrated by Rāma—the king among men—whose deeds are free from cruelty.

Context

'I was not installed as heir apparent by Sugriva. I was made crowned -prince by king Rama, the king of the people who never hurts others.

Characters & Entities

• Aṅgada
• Sugrīva
• Rāma

FAQs

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

True legitimacy and moral authority are tied to righteous conduct; Aṅgada distinguishes Sugrīva’s political role from Rāma’s dhārmic kingship and non-cruel nature.

What is the narrative situation?

Aṅgada explains his status and allegiance amid the party’s fear, invoking Rāma’s righteous character while discussing leadership and consequences.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Recognition of dhārmic leadership and commitment to a righteous protector (Rāma).