Shloka 5.53.39

लाङ्गूलदाह-पर्यटनम् (The Burning Tail and the Parade through Laṅkā)

Devanagari script

भूयस्स चिन्तयामास मुहूर्तं कपिकुञ्जरः।।5.53.39।।उत्पपाताथ वेगेन ननाद च महाकपिः।

Transliteration

bhūyaś cintayāmāsa muhūrtaṁ kapikuñjaraḥ || 5.53.39 ||

utpapāta atha vegena nanāda ca mahākapiḥ |

Translation

The great monkey—like an elephant among monkeys—pondered again for a moment; then he sprang up with speed and roared aloud.

Context

Once more a thought came to the great Hanuman,the elephant among monkeys. He sprang up and shouted loud.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān (Mahākapi, Kapikuñjara)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is disciplined action: reflection before force. Hanumān pauses to think, then acts decisively—showing that righteous ends should be pursued with both prudence and courage.

What is the narrative situation?

After realizing the fire is not harming him, Hanumān regathers intention, prepares for the next move, and signals his renewed assault with a leap and a roar.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Saṅkalpa (firm resolve) paired with buddhi (strategic thought): Hanumān embodies courageous but intelligent service to Rāma’s mission.