Shloka 4.9.15

वालि–मायावी–बिलप्रवेशः (Vali’s Pursuit of Mayavi and the Cave Episode)

Devanagari script

तस्य प्रविष्टस्य बिलं साग्रस्संवत्सरो गतः।स्थितस्य मम बिलद्वारि स कालो व्यत्यवर्तत4.9.15।।

Transliteration

tasya praviṣṭasya bilaṃ sāgraḥ saṃvatsaro gataḥ | sthitasya mama biladvāri sa kālo vyatyavartata || 4.9.15 ||

Translation

After he entered the cave, more than a full year passed; as I stood waiting at the cave’s entrance, that entire span of time went by.

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• Vāli
• cave (bila)

FAQs

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

Steadfastness in duty: Sugrīva remains at the cave entrance for a long time, showing perseverance and loyalty despite uncertainty.

What is the narrative situation?

Vāli has entered a cave to fight an enemy; Sugrīva waits outside, and more than a year passes with no return.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Endurance and devotion to kin—Sugrīva’s willingness to wait and keep vigil for his brother.