Shloka 5.33.27

हनूमत्सीतासंवादः (Hanumān–Sītā Dialogue and Identity Verification)

Devanagari script

साहं तस्याग्रतस्तूर्णं प्रस्थिता वनचारिणी।।।।न हि मे तेन हीनाया वासस्स्वर्गेऽपि रोचते।

Transliteration

sāhaṃ tasyāgratas tūrṇaṃ prasthitā vanacāriṇī | na hi me tena hīnāyā vāsaḥ svarge 'pi rocate ||

Translation

I myself, choosing the life of the forest, quickly set out ahead of him; for, separated from him, even dwelling in heaven holds no joy for me.

Context

"I, however resolved to live in the forest, marched ahead of him quickly as I did not prefer even heaven without him.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Rāma
• svarga (heaven)

FAQs

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

The verse highlights steadfast marital fidelity (pativratā-dharma): Sītā’s righteousness is expressed as unwavering commitment to Rāma, valuing dharmic companionship above personal comfort or even heavenly pleasures.

What is the narrative situation?

While speaking to Hanumān in Laṅkā, Sītā recounts her past: she chose to accompany Rāma into forest exile, indicating her devotion and the legitimacy of her bond.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Loyalty and constancy in love grounded in dharma—Sītā’s resolve to share Rāma’s hardships and her inability to find joy without him.