Shloka 5.30.40

हनुमता सीतासंवादोपायचिन्ता — Hanuman’s Deliberation on How to Address Sita

Devanagari script

कथं नु खलु वाक्यं मे शृणुयान्नोद्विजेत वा।इति सञ्चिन्त्य हनुमांश्चकार मतिमान्मतिम्।।।।

Transliteration

kathaṃ nu khalu vākyaṃ me śṛṇuyān nodvijet vā | iti sañcintya hanumāṃś cakāra matimān matim ||

Translation

Thinking, “How can she hear my words and not be afraid?”, wise Hanumān formed a careful plan within his mind.

Context

Wise Hanuman came to a decision after reflecting in his mind about how not to create fear in Sita (while communicating with her.)

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān

FAQs

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

Dharma in speech is non-harming truth: even truthful words must be delivered with sensitivity so they do not create fear or distress in the vulnerable.

What is the narrative situation?

Just before approaching Sītā, Hanumān decides on a method of speaking that will gain her trust without startling her.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Empathy and tact—wisdom expressed as careful communication.