Shloka 5.11.32

रावणान्तःपुर-पानभूमि-विचयः (Hanumān’s Survey of Rāvaṇa’s Inner Palace and Banquet Hall)

Devanagari script

स्नानानां चन्दनानां च धूपानां चैव मूर्छितः।।5.11.32।।प्रववौ सुरभिर्गन्धो विमाने पुष्पके तदा।

Transliteration

snānānāṃ candanānāṃ ca dhūpānāṃ caiva mūrchitaḥ || 5.11.32 ||

pravavau surabhir gandho vimāne puṣpake tadā |

Translation

Then, within the Puṣpaka aerial car, a richly blended, fragrant sweetness wafted forth—of bathing unguents, sandalwood, and incense.

Context

The wind wafting through the Pushpaka chariot carried the fragrance of the cool sandal-paste used in bath and the sweet smell of wines and thick smoke of fragrance spread further.

Characters & Entities

• Puṣpaka-vimāna
• Hanumān (implied as present in the area of the Puṣpaka)
• sandalwood (candana)
• incense (dhūpa)
• bath-unguents/fragrances (snāna)

FAQs

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

The verse depicts grandeur without endorsing it; dharma is reflected in maintaining inner clarity and truthfulness of purpose even when surrounded by intoxicating luxury.

What is the narrative situation?

The narration notes the blended fragrances wafting in the Puṣpaka vimāna area as Hanumān continues his covert search within the palace complex.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Steadfastness: Hanumān remains mission-focused despite the palace’s alluring environment.