Shloka 5.1.134

समुद्रलङ्घनारम्भः — Commencement of the Ocean-Crossing

Devanagari script

स पर्वतसमुद्राभ्यां बहुमानादवेक्षितः।पूजितश्चोपपन्नाभिराशीर्भिरनिलात्मजः।।।।

Transliteration

sa parvata-samudrābhyāṃ bahumānād avekṣitaḥ |

pūjitaś copapannābhir āśīrbhir anilātmajaḥ ||

Translation

The son of the Wind-god was regarded with great honor by both the mountain and the sea, and was duly worshiped with fitting blessings.

Context

The mountain and the sea honoured and adored the son of the Wind-god and gave him appropriate blessings.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman (Anilātmaja)
• Maināka (mountain)
• Ocean/Sea (samudra)

FAQs

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

Dharma affirms that those aligned with a truthful mission receive rightful honor and supportive blessings; society (and nature) upholds the righteous through recognition.

What is the narrative situation?

As Hanuman continues his journey, both Maināka and the Ocean respectfully honor him and offer blessings for his success.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanuman’s worthiness (arhatā) born of duty and truth—eliciting reverence from others.