Shloka 6.19.35

विभीषणाभिषेकः — The Consecration of Vibhishana and Counsel on Crossing the Ocean

Devanagari script

प्रकृत्याधर्मशीलस्यराघवस्याप्यरोचत ।।6.19.34।।सलक्ष्मणंमहातेजास्सुग्रीवंचहरीश्वरम् ।सत्क्रियार्थंक्रियादक्षंस्मितपूर्वमुवाचह ।।6.29.35।।

Transliteration

salakṣmaṇaṃ mahātejāḥ sugrīvaṃ ca harīśvaram | satkriyārthaṃ kriyādakṣaṃ smitapūrvam uvāca ha ||6.19.35||

Translation

Then the radiant Rāma, smiling first, spoke to Lakṣmaṇa and to Sugrīva, lord of the Vānara hosts—both skilled in action—about what should be rightly undertaken.

Context

To Rama who was by nature righteous the advice (of Vibheeshana) was pleasing. To the brilliant Lakshmana of skilful action, to Sugriva the king of monkeys, Rama said smilingly.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Sugrīva
• Vānara (monkey hosts)

FAQs

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

Dharma in leadership includes calm, respectful communication and seeking competent input before acting—right action (sat-kriyā) is planned, not improvised.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma prepares to decide the next step (crossing the ocean) and addresses his key advisers/commanders.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s composure and strategic leadership; Lakṣmaṇa and Sugrīva’s capability in execution.