Shloka 5.66.7

चूडामणि-दर्शनम् — Rama Receives Sita’s Token and Questions Hanuman

Devanagari script

अयं हि शोभते तस्याः प्रियाया मूर्ध्नि मे मणिः।अस्याद्य दर्शने नाहं प्राप्तां तामिव चिन्तये।।।।

Transliteration

ayaṃ hi śobhate tasyāḥ priyāyā mūrdhni me maṇiḥ |

asyādya darśane nāhaṃ prāptāṃ tām iva cintaye ||

Translation

This jewel indeed used to shine upon the head of my beloved; and now, merely by seeing it, I cannot but feel as though I have reached her herself.

Context

"This jewel was shining on the head of my beloved. Now its mere look makes me feel that I am seeing her.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sita (implied as 'priyā')
• the jewel (maṇi)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is steadfast fidelity: even in separation, love remains anchored in truth and commitment, not diverted by despair.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama reacts to the sight of Sita’s jewel-token, momentarily experiencing the closeness of reunion through a reliable sign.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Constancy (niṣṭhā) in love and purpose—Rama’s unwavering dedication to Sita.