Shloka 4.65.18

पञ्चषष्टितमः सर्गः — वानराणां प्लवन-पराक्रम-निरूपणम् (Assessment of the Vanaras’ Leaping Capacity; Jambavan Motivates Hanuman)

Devanagari script

अथोत्तरमुदारार्थमब्रवीदङ्गदस्तदा।अनुमान्य तथा प्राज्ञो जाम्बवन्तं महाकपिम्।।।।

Transliteration

athottaram udārārtham abravīd aṅgadas tadā |

anumānya tathā prājño jāmbavantaṃ mahākapim ||

Translation

Then the wise Angada, respectfully considering the great monkey Jāmbavān, replied in a gentle and gracious manner.

Context

'Then the wise Angada said to great Jambavan, in a gentle manner about his own strength.

Characters & Entities

• Angada
• Jāmbavān

FAQs

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

Dharma in communication: even when correcting or responding, one should speak with respect and gentleness, especially to elders and the wise.

What is the narrative situation?

After Jāmbavān’s honest admission of reduced strength, Angada prepares a considerate response.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courtesy and discernment: Angada responds thoughtfully, preserving harmony in the mission council.