Shloka 6.2.19

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

Devanagari script

वानरेषुसमासक्तंनतेकार्यंविपत्स्यते ।अचिराद्द्रक्ष्यसेसीतांतीर्त्वासागरमक्ष्यम् ।।।।

Transliteration

vānarēṣu samāsaktaṃ na te kāryaṃ vipatsyate |

acirād drakṣyase sītāṃ tīrtvā sāgaram akṣyam ||

Translation

Since the task has been entrusted to the Vānaras, your undertaking will not fail; before long you will behold Sītā, once you have crossed the unconquerable ocean.

Context

"The task of yours entrusted to vanaras will never be spoiled. Very soon you will see Sita crossing over the ocean that cannot be subdued."

Characters & Entities

• Vānaras
• Sītā
• Ocean (Sāgara)

FAQs

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

Dharma emphasizes trust in righteous allies and shared duty: when a noble mission is carried collectively with faithful partners, it is safeguarded from failure.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma is reassured that with the Vānara alliance and the crossing of the ocean, reunion with Sītā is near.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Hope grounded in teamwork—confidence arising from dependable allies and disciplined action.