Shloka 5.48.57

इन्द्रजित्प्रेषणम्—ब्रह्मास्त्रबन्धः, हनूमद्ग्रहणं, रावणसभाप्रवेशः (Indrajit’s Deployment—Brahmāstra Binding, Hanuman’s Capture, Entry into Ravana’s Court)

Devanagari script

अतीत्य मार्गं सहसा महात्मा स तत्र रक्षोधिपपादमूले।ददर्श राज्ञः परिचारवृद्धान् गृहं महारत्नविभूषितं च।।।।

Transliteration

atītya mārgaṃ sahasā mahātmā sa tatra rakṣodhipa-pādamūle | dadarśa rājñaḥ paricāra-vृद्धhān gṛhaṃ mahāratna-vibhūṣitaṃ ca ||

Translation

Swiftly crossing the way, the great-souled one reached the place near the rākṣasa-king’s feet, and there he saw the king’s aged attendants and the palace adorned with great jewels.

Context

The great Hanuman moving quickly and crossing the path came near the feet of the king. He saw the aged and experienced ministers of the king and the palace of the king adorned with precious gems.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Rāvaṇa (rakṣodhipa)
• Laṅkā palace (implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is expressed as composure and purposeful movement: even in captivity and danger, Hanumān proceeds toward his mission with clarity rather than fear.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān is brought into Rāvaṇa’s royal presence; the scene opens onto the court, attendants, and the jeweled palace.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hanumān’s mahātmatā—steadfastness and inner greatness—shown by calm observation and readiness to speak the truth of his mission.