Shloka 5.39.53

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

Devanagari script

रामाद्विशिष्टः कोऽन्योऽस्ति कश्चित्सौमित्रिणा समः।अग्निमारुतकल्पौ तौ भ्रातरौ तव संश्रयौ।।।।

Transliteration

rāmād viśiṣṭaḥ ko ’nyo ’sti kaścit saumitriṇā samaḥ | agni-māruta-kalpau tau bhrātarau tava saṁśrayau ||

Translation

Who is more distinguished than Rāma? And who can equal Saumitri (Lakṣmaṇa)? Those two brothers—like Fire and Wind—are your refuge.

Context

"Who is superior to Rama? Who is equal to Lakshmana? Both the brothers are like Fire and Wind. They are your refuge.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa (Saumitri)

FAQs

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

Dharma is reliance on righteous protectors: the verse highlights moral strength joined with loyal fraternity as a safeguard for the vulnerable.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān elevates Sītā’s confidence by praising Rāma and Lakṣmaṇa as incomparable defenders who will surely reach her.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Lakṣmaṇa’s steadfast loyalty and Rāma’s excellence; together, the brothers’ protective power.