Shloka 5.10.3

रावणान्तःपुरे शयनदर्शनम् (Hanumān Observes Rāvaṇa’s Inner Apartments and Sleeping Court)

Devanagari script

तस्य चैकतमे देशे सोऽग्य्रमालाविभूषितम्।ददर्श पाण्डुरं छत्रं ताराधिपतिसन्निभम्।।।।

Transliteration

caturbhiḥ kāñcanair dīpair dhīpyamāna-caturdiśam |

prakāśīkṛta-sarvāṅgaṃ meghaṃ vidyud-gaṇair iva || 5.10.29 ||

Translation

With four golden lamps blazing, the chamber shone in all four directions; his whole body was lit up, like a cloud illuminated by clusters of lightning.

Context

Hanuman saw an umbrella in one spot decorated with the best of garlands. The white umbrella looked like the Moon, lord of stars.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Rāvaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma is reinforced through truthful witnessing (satya-dṛṣṭi): the narration records the scene precisely, supporting Hanumān’s later accurate reporting and right action based on verified knowledge.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān observes the illuminated royal sleeping quarters, where lamplight makes Rāvaṇa’s form clearly visible.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Accuracy and attentiveness—Hanumān’s capacity to perceive details in hostile territory without losing composure.