Shloka 5.2.44

लङ्कादर्शनं तथा रात्रौ सूक्ष्मरूपेण प्रवेशोपायचिन्तनम् (Vision of Lanka and Strategy for Nocturnal Entry)

Devanagari script

वायुरप्यत्र नाज्ञातश्चरेदिति मतिर्मम।न ह्य स्त्यविदितं किञ्चिद्राक्षसानां बलीयसाम्।।।।

Transliteration

vāyur apy atra nājñātaś cared iti matir mama | na hy asty aviditaṃ kiñcid rākṣasānāṃ balīyasām ||

Translation

My thought is that even the wind could not move here without being noticed; for to these powerful rākṣasas, nothing at all remains unknown.

Context

'I think even the wind who has no form cannot move here without being detected. Nothing escapes the notice of powerful demons. There is nothing unknown to them.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman
• Wind (Vayu)
• Rakshasas (demons)
• Lanka

FAQs

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

Dharma calls for vigilant humility: one must not underestimate danger; truthful appraisal of circumstances is part of righteous conduct and protects the innocent.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān concludes that Laṅkā is intensely surveilled, so he must proceed with extreme care to reach Sītā without triggering alarms.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Cautious wisdom: he combines bravery with careful observation and respect for consequences.