Shloka 5.6.41

राक्षसेन्द्रनिवेशनविचारः (Survey of Ravana’s Residence and Lanka’s Inner Quarters)

Devanagari script

जाम्बूनदमयान्येन शयनान्यासनानि च।।।।भाजनानि च मुख्यानि ददर्श हरियूथपः।

Transliteration

jāmbūnadamayāny eva śayanāny āsanāni ca |

bhājanāni ca mukhyāni dadarśa hariyūthapaḥ || 5.6.41 ||

Translation

The vanara leader saw beds and seats made of Jāmbūnada gold, and also the finest vessels—all fashioned of gold.

Context

The leader of the vanaras saw there beds, seats and main vessels made of gold.

Characters & Entities

• Hanuman (hariyūthapa)
• Jāmbūnada gold
• Ravana (contextual)

FAQs

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

The verse underscores a Ramayana lesson: wealth (artha) can be immense, yet dharma is not guaranteed by luxury; Hanuman’s truthful observation and non-attachment keep him aligned with righteous duty.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanuman continues his inspection inside the palace, noting gold-made furnishings and utensils that display Ravana’s opulence.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Aparigraha-like restraint (non-possessiveness in practice): he is not tempted to claim or enjoy what he sees, remaining devoted to Rama’s cause.