Shloka 4.66.17

हनूमद्बलप्रबोधनम् / Jāmbavān Rekindles Hanūmān’s Power

Devanagari script

अञ्जनाया वच्शुत्वा मारुतः प्रत्यभाषत।न त्वां हिंसामि सुश्रोणि मा भूत्ते सुभगे भयम्।।।।

Transliteration

añjanāyā vacaḥ śrutvā mārutaḥ pratyabhāṣata |

na tvāṃ hiṃsāmi suśroṇi mā bhūt te subhage bhayam ||

Translation

Hearing Anjanā’s words, Maruta replied: “O fair-hipped, auspicious lady, I do not harm you—let there be no fear within you.”

Context

'On hearing Anjana's words, the Wind-god replied, ' O auspicious lady, I do you no harm, O lady of beautiful hips. I reached (enjoyed) you in mind, not body. You need not fear.'

Characters & Entities

• Anjanā
• Maruta/Pavana

FAQs

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

A dharmic response includes truthful reassurance and the intent of non-harm (ahiṃsā), especially when someone is frightened.

What is the narrative situation?

After Anjanā protests, the Wind-god answers to calm her fear.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Maruta’s assurance and claim of non-violent intent are emphasized (though the narrative tension remains addressed in subsequent verses).