Shloka 4.66.8

हनूमद्बलप्रबोधनम् / Jāmbavān Rekindles Hanūmān’s Power

Devanagari script

अप्सराप्सरसां श्रेष्ठा विख्याता पुञ्जिकस्थला।अञ्जनेति परिख्याता पत्नी केसरिणो हरेः।।4.66.8।।

Transliteration

apsarāpsarasāṃ śreṣṭhā vikhyātā puñjikasthalā | añjaneti parikhyātā patnī kesariṇo hareḥ ||

Translation

Among the apsarases, the renowned Puñjikasthalā was foremost; she became celebrated by the name Añjanā, the wife of the monkey Kesarin.

Characters & Entities

• Jāmbavān
• Hanumān
• Puñjikasthalā
• Añjanā
• Kesarin
• Apsarases

FAQs

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

Dharma is supported by satya (truthful remembrance): recalling one’s rightful origin and duties strengthens resolve to act for the common good.

What is the narrative situation?

To inspire Hanumān, Jāmbavān recounts the identity of Hanumān’s mother and her distinguished background.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respect for truth and lineage—identity is presented not for vanity but to awaken responsibility and confidence.