Shloka 4.59.13

सम्पातिवाक्यम् (Sampati’s Intelligence Report on Sita’s Abduction)

Devanagari script

तत्र सत्त्वसहस्राणां सागरान्तरचारिणाम्।पन्थानमेकोऽध्यवसं सन्निरोद्धुमवाङ्मुखः।।।।

Transliteration

tatra sattva-sahasrāṇāṃ sāgarāntara-cāriṇām | panthānam eko 'dhyavasaṃ sanniroddhum avāṅmukhaḥ || 4.59.13 ||

Translation

‘There, looking downward, I stood alone, determined to obstruct the path of thousands of creatures that move within the ocean.’

Context

'There I stood alone looking down, obstructing the path of thousands of creatures inhabiting the ocean.

Characters & Entities

• Sampāti’s son
• Ocean (sāgara)
• Mahendra (contextual, from prior verse)

FAQs

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

Steadfast resolve (dhṛti): the verse highlights disciplined determination, a supportive virtue for dharmic missions when obstacles are vast.

What is the narrative situation?

The son describes his hunting posture: alone, vigilant, blocking a major aerial/traffic route used by many creatures.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Alertness and perseverance: he maintains position despite the scale of movement around him.