Shloka 5.39.33

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

Devanagari script

देवि हर्यृक्षसैन्यानामीश्वरः प्लवतां वरः।सुग्रीवस्सत्त्वसम्पन्नस्तवार्थे कृतनिश्चयः।।।।

Transliteration

devi haryṛkṣasainyānām īśvaraḥ plavatāṁ varaḥ | sugrīvaḥ sattvasampannas tavārthe kṛtaniścayaḥ ||

Translation

O Lady, Sugrīva—the lord of the monkey and bear hosts, foremost among those who leap—rich in courage and virtue, stands firmly resolved for your sake.

Context

"O Devi! the lord of monkeys, Sugriva heads the army of vanaras and bears. He is richly endowed with satva-guna and is determined to accomplish your cause and free you from sorrow.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Sugrīva
• Vānara army
• Bears (ṛkṣa)

FAQs

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

Dharma as steadfast support: righteous allies commit firmly to the protection and restoration of the wronged, without wavering.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān reassures Sītā by describing Sugrīva’s leadership and firm resolve to accomplish her rescue.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sugrīva’s determination and leadership; Hanumān’s truthful encouragement to relieve Sītā’s fear.