Shloka 4.67.28

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

Devanagari script

मारुतस्य समो वेगे गरुडस्य समो जवे।अयुतं योजनानां तु गमिष्यामीति मे मतिः।।4.67.28।।

Transliteration

mārutasya samo vege garuḍasya samo jave | ayutaṃ yojanānāṃ tu gamiṣyāmīti me matiḥ || 4.67.28 ||

Translation

In speed I am the equal of the Wind-god, and in swiftness the equal of Garuḍa; I believe I can traverse ten thousand yojanas.

Context

'I am equal to Maruta and Garuda in speed. I feel I can cover ten thousand yojanas (at a stretch).

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman
• Māruta (Wind-god)
• Garuḍa
• yojana (unit of distance)

FAQs

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

Dharma is competence offered in service: Hanuman measures and declares his capacity so the mission proceeds without doubt or delay.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman states his speed and range to convince the group that the ocean-crossing is feasible.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sāmarthya (capability) with accountability: he asserts ability as a responsible leader would, to secure collective confidence.