Shloka 4.58.8

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

Devanagari script

जटायुषस्त्वेवमुक्तो भ्रात्रा सम्पातिना तदा।युवराजो महाप्राज्ञः प्रत्युवाचाङ्गदस्ततः।।4.58.8।।

Transliteration

jaṭāyuṣas tv evam ukto bhrātrā sampātinā tadā | yuvarājo mahāprājñaḥ pratyuvāca aṅgadas tataḥ || 4.58.8 ||

Translation

When Sampāti, Jatāyu’s brother, had spoken thus, then Aṅgada—the wise heir-apparent—replied.

Context

To these words of Jatayu's brother, Sampati, Angada, the learned heir apparent replied:

Characters & Entities

• Jatāyu
• Sampāti
• Aṅgada

FAQs

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

Responsible leadership in inquiry: the narrative highlights that a qualified leader (Aṅgada) responds thoughtfully, implying disciplined speech and duty-driven questioning.

What is the narrative situation?

After Sampāti’s statement, the scene shifts to Aṅgada preparing to question him for actionable information in the search for Sītā.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prājñā (practical wisdom): Aṅgada is marked as discerning, fit to ask the next decisive questions.