Shloka 5.61.10

मधुवनप्रवेशः — The Vanaras Enter Madhuvana (Honey-Grove Episode)

Devanagari script

ते तद्वनमुपागम्य बभूवुः परमोत्कटाः।वानरा वानरेन्द्रस्य मनः कान्ततमं महत्।।।।

Transliteration

te tad vanam upāgamya babhūvuḥ paramotkaṭāḥ | vānarā vānarendrasya manaḥ kāntatamaṁ mahat ||

Translation

Reaching that grove—the vast and most delightful garden dearest to the Vānara-king’s heart—the Vānaras were filled with surpassing exhilaration.

Context

On reaching the vanara king's extensive, delightful garden all the vanaras highly rejoiced.

Characters & Entities

• Vānaras
• Vānara-king (Sugrīva implied)
• Madhuvana (implied by adjoining verses)

FAQs

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

Dharma subtly frames enjoyment as something that should remain connected to rightful belonging and order—this grove is associated with the Vānara-king, implying that delight should respect stewardship and permission.

What is the narrative situation?

The Vānara group arrives at the famed grove (Madhuvana) and is overwhelmed with excitement upon seeing its vast, pleasing beauty.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Collective morale and renewed energy—joy becomes a force that strengthens the community for continued righteous effort.