Shloka 4.8.2

मैत्रीप्रतिज्ञा-वैरकारणप्रश्नः (Friendship Vow and Inquiry into the Cause of Enmity)

Devanagari script

सर्वथाऽहमनुग्राह्यो देवतानां न संशयः।उपपन्न गुणोपेतस्सखा यस्य भवान्मम।।

Transliteration

sarvathā ’ham anugrāhyo devatānāṃ na saṃśayaḥ | upapanna-guṇopetaḥ sakhā yasya bhavān mama ||

Translation

In every way I have become worthy of the gods’ favor—there is no doubt—since you, endowed with fitting virtues, have become my friend.

Context

'Since one like you endowed with all virtues has become my friend I am (now) worthy of grace of the gods in all respects. There is no doubt.

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• Rāma
• gods (devatā)

FAQs

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

Satsaṅga and righteous friendship: aligning with a virtuous person elevates one’s moral standing and invites благessing; Dharma is strengthened through noble companionship.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva affirms the auspiciousness of his friendship with Rāma, expressing confidence that such an alliance brings divine favor.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Recognition of virtue (guṇa-jñāna) and gratitude: Sugrīva honors Rāma’s qualities and values dharmic friendship.