Shloka 5.1.144

समुद्रलङ्घनारम्भः — Commencement of the Ocean-Crossing

Devanagari script

स वै दत्तवरः शैलो बभूवावस्थितस्तदा।हनुमांश्च मुहूर्तेन व्यतिचक्राम सागरम्।।।।

Transliteration

sa vai dattavaraḥ śailo babhūvāvasthitas tadā | hanumāṁś ca muhūrtena vyaticakrāma sāgaram ||

Translation

Then that mountain—Mainaka, who had received a boon—stood firm once more. And Hanumān, in a short while, crossed onward over the ocean.

Context

Then mount Mainaka, assured by Indra became secure. And Hanuman also crossed over the ocean in a short while.

Characters & Entities

• Mainaka
• Hanuman
• Ocean (Sāgara)

FAQs

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

Steadfastness in duty: even when aided or tested by extraordinary forces, one remains focused on the righteous mission without delay.

What is the narrative situation?

After the Mainaka episode, the journey continues; Hanuman proceeds across the ocean swiftly.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanuman’s determined perseverance and disciplined pace in service of Rama’s cause.