Shloka 5.51.1

हनूमदुपदेशः रावणस्य च कोपः (Hanuman’s Counsel to Ravana and Ravana’s Wrath)

Devanagari script

तं समीक्ष्य महासत्त्वं सत्त्ववान्हरिसत्तमः।वाक्यमर्थवदव्यग्रस्तमुवाच दशाननम्।।।।

Transliteration

taṃ samīkṣya mahāsattvaṃ sattvavān harisattamaḥ |

vākyam arthavad avyagras tam uvāca daśānanam ||

Translation

Having observed the mighty Daśānana, Hanumān—best among the monkeys and steadfast in courage—addressed him calmly with words rich in meaning.

Context

Hanuman, the best of monkeys, looking at the very powerful Ravana spoke slowly these highly meaningful words.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Rāvaṇa (Daśānana)

FAQs

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

Dharma-guided speech is calm and meaningful even before an enemy; truth is conveyed without agitation.

What is the narrative situation?

Transition to Sarga 51: Hanumān, now before Rāvaṇa’s court, begins his deliberate reply.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Fearless composure (dhairya) and clarity of speech under pressure.