Shloka 4.67.25

हनूमद्विक्रम-प्रशंसा तथा महेन्द्रारोहणम् (Hanuman’s Self-Assertion of Power and Ascent of Mount Mahendra)

Devanagari script

निमेषान्तरमात्रेण निरालम्बनमम्बरम्।सहसा निपतिष्यामि घनाद्विद्युदिवोत्थिता।।4.67.25।।

Transliteration

nimeṣāntaramātreṇa nirālambanam ambaram | sahasā nipatiṣyāmi ghanād vidyud ivotthitā || 4.67.25 ||

Translation

Like lightning sprung from a cloud, I shall descend at once through the unsupported sky—in less than the blink of an eye.

Context

'Just as the lightning generated by the clouds lands at once flying in the sky without any support I can also land in less than a moment.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman
• cloud (ghana)
• lightning (vidyut)
• sky (ambara)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is steadfast commitment to one’s duty: Hanuman aligns his power to righteous service—acting swiftly and decisively for Rama’s mission.

What is the narrative situation?

Before crossing the ocean in search of Sita, Hanuman assures the vanaras of his capability with vivid comparisons.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vīrya (heroic strength) guided by niścaya (firm resolve)—confidence used for a righteous purpose rather than pride.