Shloka 4.66.3

हनूमद्बलप्रबोधनम् / Jāmbavān Rekindles Hanūmān’s Power

Devanagari script

हनूमन्हरिराजस्य सुग्रीवस्य समो ह्यसि।रामलक्ष्मणयोश्चापि तेजसा च बलेन च।।।।

Transliteration

hanūman harirājasya sugrīvasya samo hy asi | rāmalakṣmaṇayoś cāpi tejasā ca balena ca ||

Translation

Hanumān, you are indeed equal to Sugrīva, the monkey-king—and also to Rāma and Lakṣmaṇa—in brilliance and in strength.

Context

'Hanuman! you are equal to the king of monkeys and also Rama and Lakshmana in brilliance and strength.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Sugrīva
• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma calls for stepping forward when capable: recognizing one’s capacity is meant to enable service to a just mission, not self-display.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān is being encouraged by praise and comparison to great leaders so he will undertake the difficult task ahead.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Śaurya (heroic courage) and bala (strength) in the service of righteous leadership (Rāma’s cause).