Shloka 6.2.17

युद्धकाण्डे द्वितीयः सर्गः — Sugriva’s Counsel: From Grief to Strategy (Bridge to Lanka)

Devanagari script

तत्त्वंबुद्धिमतांश्रेष्ठस्सर्वशास्त्रार्थकोविदः ।मद्विधैस्सचिवैस्सार्थमरिंजेतुमिहार्हसि ।।।।

Transliteration

tattvaṃ buddhimatāṃ śreṣṭhaḥ sarvaśāstrārtha-kovidaḥ |

madvidhaiḥ sacivaiḥ sārtham ariṃ jetum ihārhasi ||

Translation

You, foremost among the wise and skilled in the meaning of all śāstras, are fit to conquer the enemy here together with ministers and allies like me.

Context

"You are highly intelligent, foremost among those who are well-versed in the meaning of all shastras. You will conquer your enemy along with friends like me."

Characters & Entities

• Śāstra
• Enemy (Ari)
• Counselors/Ministers (Saciva)
• Vibhīṣaṇa (speaker, implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma values righteous governance through counsel: even the best leader acts effectively by partnering with capable advisors devoted to truth (tattva) and justice.

What is the narrative situation?

An ally reassures Rāma that with proper counsel and unity, the enemy can be overcome in the coming conflict.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Wisdom guided by śāstra and openness to counsel—strength that is cooperative, not solitary.