Shloka 5.39.27

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

Devanagari script

तदस्मिन्कार्यनिर्योगे वीरैवं दुरतिक्रमे।किं पश्यसि समाधानं त्वं हि कार्यविदां वरः।।।।

Transliteration

tad asmin kāryaniryoge vīra evaṃ duratikrame | kiṃ paśyasi samādhānaṃ tvaṃ hi kāryavidāṃ varaḥ ||

Translation

So, in this undertaking—so difficult to carry through—what solution do you foresee, O hero? For you are foremost among those who understand how to get things done.

Context

"What means do you, being the foremost hero among the three who are capable performing this difficult task, foresee?

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Hanumān
• Ocean crossing (implicit)

FAQs

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

Dharma values wise counsel and competent agency: Sītā seeks a truthful, workable plan from the most capable messenger rather than clinging to mere sentiment.

What is the narrative situation?

Facing the obstacle of the ocean and the urgency of rescue, Sītā asks Hanumān to propose a practical resolution.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanumān’s reputation for effective action (kārya-kauśala) is highlighted—competence as a form of service to dharma.