Shloka 5.11.44

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

Devanagari script

तदिदं मार्गितं तावच्छुद्धेन मनसा मया।।5.11.44।।रावणान्तःपुरं सर्वं दृश्यते न तु जानकी।

Transliteration

tāsāṃ madhye mahābāhuḥ śuśubhe rākṣaseśvaraḥ || 5.11.8 ||

goṣṭhe mahati mukhyānāṃ gavāṃ madhye yathā vṛṣaḥ |

Translation

Among them the long-armed lord of the rakshasas shone, like a powerful bull standing amid the finest cows in a great cattle-shed.

Context

'I searched all over Ravana's harem with a pure mind but I have not seen Janaki'.

Characters & Entities

• Ravana

FAQs

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

The verse highlights worldly dominance and splendor, setting the ethical tension: power without dharma can appear magnificent, yet it stands opposed to righteousness.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman’s search reveals Ravana among his women, portrayed in a vivid simile emphasizing his commanding presence.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

By implication, Hanuman’s courage (śaurya) and composure—he continues his mission even after seeing Ravana at close range.