Shloka 5.34.13

सीताहनूमद्भाषणम् — Sita Tests the Messenger; Hanuman Offers Reassurance

Devanagari script

तं दृष्ट्वा वन्दमानं तु सीता शशिनिभानना।।।।अब्रवीद्धीर्घमुच्छवस्य वानरं मधुरस्वरा।

Transliteration

taṃ dṛṣṭvā vandamānaṃ tu sītā śaśinibhānanā |

abravīd dīrgham ucchvasya vānaraṃ madhura-svarā |

Translation

Seeing him bowing, Sītā—moon-faced—sighed deeply and then spoke to the monkey in a gentle, sweet voice.

Context

On seeing the vanara prostrated, the moon-faced lady, sighed deeply and spoke to him in a sweet voice:

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Hanumān

FAQs

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

Even in fear, dharma is expressed through measured, non-harsh speech—responding without cruelty and seeking clarity before judgment.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā, still anxious, begins to address Hanumān after observing his respectful bow.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s self-control and dignity—gentleness without naïveté.