Shloka 5.39.1

अभिज्ञानमणि-प्रदानम् — The Signet Jewel as Proof and the Consolation of Sita

Devanagari script

मणिं दत्त्वा ततः सीता हनूमन्तमथाब्रवीत्।अभिज्ञानमभिज्ञातमेतद्रामस्य तत्त्वतः।।।।

Transliteration

maṇiṃ dattvā tataḥ sītā hanūmantam athābravīt |

abhijñānam abhijñātam etad rāmasya tattvataḥ ||5.39.1||

Translation

Having given the jewel, Sītā said to Hanumān: “This is the true token of recognition, known in truth to Rāma.”

Context

Sita gave the jewel to Hanuman and said, "This signet ornament is known to Rama very well".

Characters & Entities

• Sita
• Hanuman
• Rama
• Cūḍāmaṇi (jewel/token)

FAQs

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

Satya supported by pramāṇa (valid proof): Sita ensures that truth is communicated with an unmistakable identifier, preventing doubt and error.

What is the narrative situation?

Sita explains the significance of the jewel as a recognition-token that will confirm her message to Rama.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prudence and truth-protecting clarity in communication.