Shloka 5.51.38

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

Devanagari script

सत्यं राक्षसराजेन्द्र शृणुष्व वचनं मम।।।।रामदासस्य दूतस्य वानरस्य विशेषतः।

Transliteration

satyaṃ rākṣasarājendra śṛṇuṣva vacanaṃ mama; rāmadāsasya dūtasya vānarasya viśeṣataḥ.

Translation

Truly, O lord of the rākṣasas, listen to my words—spoken as Rama’s servant, as his messenger, and especially as a vānara.

Context

"O king of demon! listen to the words of truth of the servant of Rama, his messenger and specially a vanara.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman
• Ravana
• Rama

FAQs

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

Satya is the foundation of righteous counsel; a messenger must speak truthfully even in hostile courts.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman formally frames his admonition as truthful diplomatic speech, identifying himself as Rama’s servant and envoy.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Truthfulness combined with humility: Hanuman asserts legitimacy (dūta) while remaining a devoted servant.