Shloka 6.19.37

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

Devanagari script

एवमुक्तौततोवीरावुभौसुग्रीवलक्ष्मणौ ।समुदाचारसंयुक्तमिदंवचनमूचतुः ।।6.19.37।।

Transliteration

evam uktau tato vīrāv ubhau sugrīvalakṣmaṇau | samudācārasaṃyuktam idaṃ vacanam ūcatuḥ ||6.19.37||

Translation

Thus addressed, the two heroes—Sugrīva and Lakṣmaṇa—replied with words marked by proper decorum and respectful custom.

Context

Heroic Rama having said that way to both, Lakshmana and Sugriva replied thus respectfully following tradition (with folded hands).

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• Lakṣmaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma includes maryādā—speaking with respectful etiquette, especially when advising a righteous leader in a critical moment.

What is the narrative situation?

After Rāma invites their considered opinion, Lakṣmaṇa and Sugrīva respond formally and respectfully.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Respectful speech and disciplined counsel—strength is paired with propriety.