Shloka 4.58.11

सम्पातिवाक्यम् (Sampāti’s Counsel and the Revelation of Laṅkā)

Devanagari script

ततोऽब्रवीन्महातेजा ज्येष्ठो भ्राता जटायुषः।आत्मानुरूपं वचनं वानरान्सम्प्रहर्षयन्।।4.58.11।।

Transliteration

tato 'bravīn mahā-tejā jyeṣṭho bhrātā jaṭāyuṣaḥ | ātmānurūpaṃ vacanaṃ vānārān sampraharṣayan ||

Translation

Then the radiant elder brother of Jaṭāyu spoke words befitting himself, gladdening the vānaras.

Context

Then Jatayu's elder brother, the glorious Sampati, said these pleasing, befitting words:

Characters & Entities

• Sampāti
• Jaṭāyu
• Vānaras

FAQs

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

Right speech (appropriate, timely, and encouraging) is dharmic—words can restore resolve and guide righteous action.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration introduces Sampāti’s forthcoming reply, noting that his words uplift the vānaras.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sampāti’s dignified, responsible speech—leadership expressed through truthful encouragement.