Shloka 5.37.24

हनूमत्सीतासंवादः — Hanuman’s Offer of Rescue and Sita’s Dharmic Refusal

Devanagari script

पृष्ठमारोह मे देवि मा विकाङ्क्षस्व शोभने।योगमन्विच्छ रामेण शशाङ्केनेव रोहिणी।।।।

Transliteration

pṛṣṭham āroha me devi mā vikāṅkṣasva śobhane |

yogam anviccha rāmeṇa śaśāṅkeneva rohiṇī ||

Translation

O divine lady, O beautiful one—mount my back; do not hesitate. Seek union with Rāma, as Rohiṇī is joined with the Moon.

Context

"O god like lady! climb up my back. Do not be reluctant. Join Rama just as Rohini unites with the Moon, O beautiful one!

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Sītā
• Rāma
• Rohiṇī
• Śaśāṅka (Moon)

FAQs

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

Dharma is the restoration of rightful marital fidelity and social order through reunion—yet pursued by legitimate means (protecting Sītā’s dignity and safety).

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān actively urges Sītā to accept immediate physical rescue by riding on his back.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanumān’s protective devotion and urgency to end suffering, paired with reverence—he addresses Sītā with honor while proposing action.