Shloka 5.40.17

अभिज्ञानदानम् / The Gift of Recognition (Sita’s Token and Resolve)

Devanagari script

यत्तु रामो विजानीयादभिज्ञानमनिन्दिते।प्रीतिसञ्जननं तस्य भूयस्त्वं दातुमर्हसि।।5.40.17।।

Transliteration

yat tu rāmo vijānīyād abhijñānam anindite | prītisañjananaṃ tasya bhūyas tvaṃ dātum arhasi ||

Translation

O blameless lady, give once more a token of recognition by which Rāma may know and trust—something that will awaken his joy all the more.

Context

"O unimpeachable lady! give one more identification which would make him more happy".

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Sītā
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Satya and responsible communication: Hanumān seeks a verifiable token so the message is authenticated, preventing deception and ensuring truthful transmission.

What is the narrative situation?

Before returning, Hanumān requests a recognition-sign from Sītā so Rāma can be fully assured of the meeting and her identity.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Pramāṇa-buddhi (evidence-based prudence): careful verification in service of truth and duty.