Shloka 6.34.10

सरमायाḥ सीतासान्त्वनम् तथा रावणनिश्चयश्रवणम् (Saarana Consoles Sita and Reports Ravana’s Resolve)

Devanagari script

उद्विग्नाशङ्किताचास्मिनस्वस्थंचमनोमम ।तद्भयाच्चाहमुद्विग्नाअशोकवनिकांगता ।।।।

Transliteration

udvignā śaṅkitā cāsmin asvasthaṃ ca mano mama | tadbhayāc cāham udvignā aśokavanikāṃ gatā ||

Translation

I am distressed and filled with doubt; my mind finds no ease. Out of fear of him I came to the Aśoka grove, yet even here I remain troubled.

Context

"I am perturbed and doubtful (of my life). My mind is not at ease. Even though I am in Ashoka Grove I am disturbed."

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Aśokavanikā (Aśoka grove)
• Rāvaṇa (implied by 'fear of him')

FAQs

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

Truthful expression of suffering: Sītā does not mask her fear; acknowledging reality (satya) becomes part of steadfast endurance in adversity.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā speaks from captivity in the Aśoka grove, confessing her continuing anxiety and insecurity due to fear of Rāvaṇa.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s resilience—despite fear and mental unrest, she continues to endure without yielding her principles.