Shloka 5.38.62

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

Devanagari script

ममः प्रियतरो नित्यं भ्राता रामस्य लक्ष्मणः।।5.38.62।।नियुक्तो धुरि यस्यां तु तामुद्वहति वीर्यवान्।

Transliteration

mama priyataraḥ nityaṃ bhrātā rāmasya lakṣmaṇaḥ ||5.38.62||

niyukto dhuri yasyāṃ tu tām udvahati vīryavān |

Translation

Lakṣmaṇa, Rāma’s brother, is ever especially dear to me. Whatever burden of duty is laid upon him, that heroic one bears it and fulfills it through.

Context

"Rama's brother Lakshmana is always dear to me. Heroic Lakshmana will discharge whichever responsibility is entrusted to him.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Rāma
• Sītā

FAQs

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

Steadfast duty (niyoga): accepting responsibility and completing it faithfully is a key mark of dharma.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā praises Lakṣmaṇa while sending her message, highlighting his reliability in carrying responsibilities.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Lakṣmaṇa’s dependability and perseverance in service.