Shloka 5.1.39

समुद्रलङ्घनारम्भः — Commencement of the Ocean-Crossing

Devanagari script

यथा राघवनिर्मुक्तः शरः श्वसनविक्रमः।गच्छेत्तद्वद्गमिष्यामि लङ्कां रावणपालिताम्।।।।

Transliteration

yathā rāghavanirmuktaḥ śaraḥ śvasanavikramaḥ | gacchet tadvat gamiṣyāmi laṅkāṁ rāvaṇapālitām ||

Translation

As an arrow released by Rāghava speeds onward with the force of the wind, so shall I go to Laṅkā, guarded by Rāvaṇa.

Context

"Just like an arrow released by Raghava would fly, I too will proceed with the speed of the wind to reach Lanka ruled by Ravana.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Rāghava (Rāma)
• Laṅkā
• Rāvaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma is loyal service to a righteous cause—Hanumān frames his strength as an instrument of Rāma’s just mission.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān declares how swiftly and surely he will reach enemy-held Laṅkā.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Devoted courage—confidence grounded in service, not ego.