Shloka 6.34.15

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

Devanagari script

साश्रुत्वानिश्चयंतस्यनिश्चयज्ञादुरात्मनः ।पुनरेवागमत्क्षिप्रमशोकवनिकांशुभाम् ।।।।

Transliteration

sā śrutvā niścayaṃ tasya niścayajñā durātmanaḥ | punar evāgamat kṣipram aśokavanikāṃ śubhām ||

Translation

Having heard and understood the resolve of that evil-minded one, she swiftly returned again to the lovely Aśoka grove.

Context

Having heard and known the intention of evil-minded Ravana, she (Saarana) quickly reached the beautiful Ashoka grove.

Characters & Entities

• Saramā
• Rāvaṇa
• Aśokavanikā (Aśoka grove)

FAQs

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

Fidelity to truth and duty: after verifying the enemy’s resolve, Saramā promptly returns to report—timely truth can be protective.

What is the narrative situation?

Saramā learns Rāvaṇa’s settled plan and hastens back to Sītā in the Aśoka grove.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Responsibility—Saramā prioritizes swift communication for Sītā’s welfare.