Shloka 6.34.12

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

Devanagari script

सात्वेवंब्रुवतींसीतांसरमावल्गुभाषिणी ।उवाचवदनंतस्यास्स्पृशन्तीबाष्पविक्लबम् ।।।।

Transliteration

sā tv evaṃ bruvatīṃ sītāṃ saramā valgubhāṣiṇī | uvāca vadanaṃ tasyās spṛśantī bāṣpaviklabam ||

Translation

As Sītā spoke thus, sweet-speaking Saramā replied, gently touching her face, shaken and blurred with tears.

Context

Saarana who speaks sweetly, kept wiping Sita's face covered with tears gently and replied in this manner.

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Saramā

FAQs

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

Dharma in conduct (ācāra) is shown through gentle speech and compassionate touch—supporting the suffering with dignity and care.

What is the narrative situation?

Sītā, tearful and shaken, speaks to Saramā; the narration describes Saramā’s tender response before she answers.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Saramā’s tenderness and moral courage—she comforts Sītā despite belonging to the enemy’s household.