Shloka 6.118.6

सीताप्रत्याख्यानम् / Rama’s Post-Victory Address to Sītā (Public Opinion and Royal Duty)

Devanagari script

सम्प्राप्तमवमानंयस्तेजसा न प्रमार्जति ।कस्तस्यपुरुषार्थोमहताप्यल्पचेतसः ।।6.118.6।।

Transliteration

yuddhe vikramataś caiva hitaṁ mantrayatas tathā |

sugrīvasya sa-sainyasya saphalo ’dya pariśramaḥ ||6.118.8||

Translation

In battle, through valor and likewise through sound counsel, Sugrīva and his army have today found their exertions crowned with success.

Context

"What is the purpose of might however great he might be, if he is petty minded and does not wipe off the insult?"

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Sītā
• Sugrīva
• Vānara-senā (implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma in governance and war requires both śaurya (valor) and mantra (wise counsel); success is ethical when achieved through disciplined cooperation and right guidance.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma acknowledges the allied contribution of Sugrīva and the vānara forces in achieving victory.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Collective duty and prudent leadership: bravery paired with good advice.