Shloka 4.54.22

अङ्गद-उपदेशः — Hanuman’s Counsel to Angada on Succession and Strategy

Devanagari script

धर्मकामः पितृव्यस्ते प्रीतिकामो दृढव्रतः।शुचिस्सत्यप्रतिज्ञश्च न त्वां जातु जिघांसति।।।।

Transliteration

dharmakāmaḥ pitṛvyas te prītikāmo dṛḍhavrataḥ |

śuciḥ satyapratijñaś ca na tvāṁ jātu jighāṁsati ||

Translation

Your paternal uncle is devoted to dharma, seeks goodwill, is steadfast in his vows, pure in conduct, and true to his promises—he will never seek to kill you.

Context

'Your father's brother is virtuous, well-intentioned, loving, steadfast in action, and true to his promise. He will not kill you.

Characters & Entities

• Sugriva
• Angada

FAQs

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

Dharma is grounded in satya (truthfulness) and vow-keeping: a righteous ruler/elder does not betray kin or violate pledged protection.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman reassures Angada that Sugrīva’s character and commitment to truth make harm to Angada unlikely.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s satyapratijñā (truth to promise) and dṛḍhavrata (steadfastness) are highlighted as safeguards for Angada.