Shloka 5.38.54

अभिज्ञानप्रदानम् — The Token of Recognition (Chūḍāmaṇi) and the Crow Episode Recalled

Devanagari script

ब्रूहि यद्राघवो वाच्यो लक्ष्मणश्च महाबलः।सुग्रीवो वापि तेजस्वी हरयोऽपि समागताः।।5.38.54।।

Transliteration

brūhi yad rāghavo vācyo lakṣmaṇaś ca mahābalaḥ | sugrīvo vāpi tejasvī harayo 'pi samāgatāḥ ||5.38.54||

Translation

Tell me what message should be conveyed—to Rāghava and mighty Lakṣmaṇa, to the radiant Sugrīva as well, and even to the assembled Vānara hosts.

Context

"Communicate your message to mighty Rama and Lakshamana, to brilliant Sugriva and even the vanaras who gather there.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma (Rāghava)
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Sugrīva
• Vānara-s (Harayaḥ)

FAQs

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

Dūta-dharma (ethics of a messenger): Hanumān seeks a clear, accurate message to transmit faithfully, reflecting responsibility and truth in communication.

What is the narrative situation?

After reassuring Sītā, Hanumān invites her to send any message to Rāma, Lakṣmaṇa, Sugrīva, and the gathered Vānara allies.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanumān’s humility and reliability: he positions himself as a precise instrument of truthful transmission.