Shloka 6.1.10

प्रथमः सर्गः — Rama Praises Hanuman; Anxiety over Crossing the Ocean

Devanagari script

तन्नियोगे नियुक्तेन कृतं कृत्यं हनूमता ।न चात्मा लघुतां नीतस्सुग्रीवश्चापि तोषितः ।।।।

Transliteration

śrutvā hanumato vākyaṃ yathāvad abhibhāṣitam |

rāmaḥ prītisamāyukto vākyam uttaram abravīt ||

Translation

Having heard Hanumān’s words, spoken properly and in due order, Rāma—filled with affection—gave his reply.

Context

"Having done the task assigned to him, Hanuman carried out what had to be done and accomplished without difficulty. This made Sugriva also happy."

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Hanumān

FAQs

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

Dharma in leadership includes honoring truthful service: Rāma listens carefully and responds with prīti (affection), modeling respectful, dharmic communication.

What is the narrative situation?

At the opening of Yuddhakāṇḍa, after Hanumān reports his mission, Rāma prepares to respond.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s gratitude and composure: he receives counsel properly and answers without rashness.