Shloka 6.128.5

अयोध्याप्रत्यागमन-सन्देशः (Hanuman Sent Ahead to Ayodhya)

Devanagari script

श्रुत्वातुमांकुशलिनमरोगंविगतज्वरम् ।भविष्यतिगुहःप्रीतस्सममात्मसमस्सखा ।।।।

Transliteration

ayodhyāyāś ca te mārgaṃ pravṛttiṃ bharatasya ca |

nivedayiṣyati prīto niṣādādhipatir guhaḥ ||

Translation

Delighted, Guha—the lord of the Niṣādas—will tell you the route to Ayodhyā, and also inform you about Bharata’s condition and conduct.

Context

"He will be very happy to hear that I am in good health free from anxiety. He is equal to me and my friend."

Characters & Entities

• Ayodhyā
• Bharata
• Guha
• Niṣādas

FAQs

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

Dharma emphasizes responsible communication and orderly return: Rāma ensures accurate guidance and truthful reporting about Bharata, preventing confusion and safeguarding rightful succession.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma anticipates Hanumān’s journey toward Ayodhyā and indicates that Guha will assist with directions and updates about Bharata.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prudence and foresight—Rāma plans the return carefully, relying on trustworthy allies for truthful information.