Shloka 5.57.33

सप्तपञ्चाशः सर्गः — Hanumān’s Return, Roar of Success, and the Announcement “Sītā Seen”

Devanagari script

प्रहृष्टवदना स्सर्वे तमरोगमुपागतम्।उपायनानि चादाय मूलानि च फलानि च।।।।प्रत्यर्चयन् हरिश्रेष्ठं हरयो मारुतात्मजम्।

Transliteration

prahṛṣṭa-vadanāḥ sarve tam arogam upāgatam | upāyanāni cādāya mūlāni ca phalāni ca |

pratyarcayan hariśreṣṭhaṁ harayo mārutātmajam ||

Translation

All the Vānaras, their faces bright with joy, seeing him returned unharmed, honored the Wind-god’s son—foremost among monkeys—offering gifts, roots, and fruits.

Context

The vanaras were filled with joy seeing Hanuman who returned unhurt. They offered roots and fruits to him. Hanuman on his part offered salutations to the foremost of the monkeys.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Māruta (Wind-god)
• Vānara hosts

FAQs

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

Dharma appears as gratitude and proper honoring (satkāra) of one who has served truthfully and courageously.

What is the narrative situation?

The Vānaras welcome Hanumān back, relieved he is safe, and present simple forest-offerings.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kṛtajñatā (thankfulness) and respectful recognition of service.