Shloka 5.47.16

अक्षवधः (The Slaying of Prince Aksha) — Sundarakāṇḍa Sarga 47

Devanagari script

ततस्स पिङ्गाधिपमन्त्रिसत्तमः समीक्ष्य तं राजवरात्मजं रणे।उदग्रचित्रायुधचित्रकार्मुकं जहर्ष चापूर्यत चाहवोन्मुखः।।5.47.16।।

Transliteration

tatas sa piṅgādhipa-mantri-sattamaḥ samīkṣya taṁ rāja-varātmajaṁ raṇe |

udagra-citrāyudha-citra-kārmukaṁ jaharṣa cāpūryata cāhavonmukhaḥ || 5.47.16 ||

Translation

Then Hanumān—the foremost minister of the tawny-eyed lord (Sugrīva)—beheld in battle that prince, the king’s son, bearing a splendid, variegated bow and weapons. He rejoiced and made himself ready, turning fully toward the fight.

Context

Hanuman, the esteemed minister of the coppery-eyed Sugriva observed the prince holding manifold splendid weapons. He rejoiced, grew in size ready to fight, making the necessary prepararions (taking the required position).

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Sugrīva (Piṅgādhipa)
• Akṣa (Rāvaṇa’s son)

FAQs

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

Dharma as devoted service and duty: Hanumān acts as a responsible envoy and warrior for Rāma’s cause, meeting threats without fear while remaining aligned to his mission.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān sees Akṣa’s impressive martial display and responds by becoming fully prepared to engage him.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Zeal in duty (utsāha) and courage—Hanumān’s readiness to face escalating opposition.