Shloka 4.7.22

काकुत्स्थस्य शोकनिग्रहः—सुग्रीवसान्त्वनम् (Rama’s Grief Restrained—Sugriva’s Consolation)

Devanagari script

अनृतं नोक्तपूर्वं मे न च वक्ष्ये कदाचन।एतत्ते प्रतिजानामि सत्येनैव च ते शपाम्यहमं।।।।

Transliteration

anṛtaṃ na uktapūrvaṃ me na ca vakṣye kadācana | etat te pratijānāmi satyenaiva ca te śapāmi aham ||

Translation

I have never spoken falsehood before, nor will I ever speak it. This I promise you; I swear to you by truth itself.

Context

'I have never uttered a false word earlier nor will I do it in future. This is my promise. I swear by truth alone.'

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sugriva
• Satya (Truth)

FAQs

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

Satya as the foundation of dharma: Rāma grounds his promise in unwavering truthfulness, making moral integrity the basis of trust.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma assures Sugrīva of his sincerity and reliability, reinforcing their alliance through a solemn pledge tied to truth.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s truthfulness and credibility—his word is presented as stable, consistent, and oath-worthy.