Shloka 6.34.2

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

Devanagari script

ततस्तस्याहितंसख्याश्चिकीर्षन्तीसखीवचः ।उवाचकालेकालज्ञास्मितपूर्वाभिभाषिणी ।।।।

Transliteration

tatas tasyāḥ hitaṃ sakhyāś cikīrṣantī sakhī vacaḥ | uvāca kāle kālajñā smitapūrvābhibhāṣiṇī ||

Translation

Then Saramā, her friend, wishing what was beneficial for Sītā and knowing the proper moment, spoke words of counsel—first offering a gentle smile before she began.

Context

Then Saarana who knew the right time to do so, wishing the welfare of her dear friend Sita and desirous of doing anything for her smiled before she started speaking.

Characters & Entities

• Saramā
• Sītā

FAQs

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

Dharma as timely, benevolent speech: wisdom includes knowing when and how to speak so that truth becomes healing rather than harsh.

What is the narrative situation?

Saramā prepares to speak to Sītā with sensitivity, choosing the right time and manner to convey difficult news.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Saramā’s prudence (kālajñatā) and compassion—she aims at Sītā’s welfare and communicates gently.