Shloka 5.11.39

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

Devanagari script

तस्य प्रादुरभूच्चिन्ता पुनरन्या मनस्विनः।।5.11.39।।निश्चितैकान्तचित्तस्य कार्यनिश्चयदर्शिनी।

Transliteration

tasya prādurabhūc cintā punar anyā manasvinaḥ || 5.11.39 || niścitaikānta-cittasya kārya-niścaya-darśinī |

Translation

Then, for that thoughtful one—whose mind was fixed in single-pointed resolve—another reflection arose, one that clarified the right decision for his task.

Context

Another bright idea struck the highly sensible Hanuman, who had a clear vision of the task ahead-- 'I was firm and single-minded in my direction regarding the task ahead' (thought he).

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman

FAQs

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

Dharma requires viveka (discernment): the righteous agent must align means with ends through clear, steady judgment.

What is the narrative situation?

After worrying about possible impropriety, Hanuman regains clarity and reorients his thinking toward the mission’s proper execution.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Single-minded resolve guided by ethical discernment, not impulsiveness.