Shloka 6.25.19

शुकसारण-चारप्रवेशः (Suka and Sāraṇa’s Espionage and Release)

Devanagari script

अथकिञ्चिददृष्टंवाभूयस्तद्द्रष्टुमर्हथः ।विभीषणोवाकात्स्नर्येनभूयस्सन्दर्शयिष्यति ।।।।

Transliteration

samagraṃ sāgaraṃ tīrṇaṃ dustaraṃ vānaraṃ balam | abhūtapūrvaṃ rāmeṇa sāgare setubandhanam ||

Translation

The entire Vānara host has crossed the formidable ocean; and Rāma has achieved what was unheard of before—building a causeway in the sea.

Context

"If you have not seen even a bit, you ought to see. Or else Vibheeshana will show you the total army."

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Vānara army
• Ocean (Sāgara)
• Setu (bridge/causeway)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is steadfast resolve in a righteous cause: extraordinary effort is justified and sustained when directed toward restoring justice (rescuing Sītā and confronting adharma).

What is the narrative situation?

In Laṅkā’s campaign context, the verse highlights the unprecedented feat of crossing the ocean and building the bridge—facts used to frame the seriousness and capability of Rāma’s side.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s leadership and unwavering determination, along with the disciplined collective strength of the Vānara host.