Shloka 5.1.133

समुद्रलङ्घनारम्भः — Commencement of the Ocean-Crossing

Devanagari script

इत्युक्त्वा पाणिना शैलमालभ्य हरिपुङ्गवः।जगामाकाशमाविश्य वीर्यवान् प्रहसन्निव।।।।

Transliteration

ity uktvā pāṇinā śailam ālabhya haripuṅgavaḥ |

jagāmākāśam āviśya vīryavān prahasann iva ||

Translation

Having spoken thus, the heroic chief of monkeys gently touched the mountain with his hand, then entered the sky and departed, as though with a quiet smile.

Context

Having said this, the mighty monkey gently touched the mountain with his hands before ascending to the sky with a smile on his face.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman
• Maināka
• Sky (ākāśa)

FAQs

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

Dharma as balanced conduct: Hanuman shows respect to the host (a gentle touch of acknowledgment) while not abandoning his duty.

What is the narrative situation?

After declining to rest, Hanuman courteously acknowledges Maināka and resumes his flight across the ocean.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courtesy without compromise—politeness joined to unwavering purpose.