Shloka 6.19.40

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

Devanagari script

विभीषणस्यशूरस्ययथार्थंक्रियतांवचः ।।6.19.40।।अलंकालात्ययंकृत्वासागरोऽयंनियुज्यताम् ।यथासैन्येनगच्छामपुरींरावणपालिताम् ।।6.19.41।।

Transliteration

vibhīṣaṇasya śūrasya yathārthaṃ kriyatāṃ vacaḥ ||6.19.40||

Translation

Vibhīṣaṇa’s counsel is truthful; let the words of that valiant one be carried out as they are.

Context

"Valiant Vibheeshana's words are true. Let us proceed and let us not waste time. Let us request Sagara to help the army to be able to proceed to Lanka ruled by Ravana (Sugriva and Lakshmana said to Rama)."

Characters & Entities

• Vibhīṣaṇa

FAQs

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

Respecting satya (truth) and acting upon sound counsel: dharma here is to recognize truthful guidance and implement it without distortion.

What is the narrative situation?

After Vibhīṣaṇa has joined Rāma’s side, the leaders in Rāma’s camp urge that his advice be accepted as reliable and acted upon.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Practical wisdom joined with reverence for truth—valuing a righteous ally’s honest counsel over suspicion or delay.