Shloka 6.49.30

शरबन्धनविलापः (The Lament under the Net of Arrows)

Devanagari script

शुश्रुवुस्तस्यतेसर्वेवानराःपरिदेवनम् ।।6.49.30।।वर्तयाञ्चक्रूरश्रूणिनेत्रैःकृष्णेतरेक्षणाः ।

Transliteration

śakyāḥ sītāsamā nārī martyaloke vicinvatā | na lakṣmaṇasamo bhrātā sacivaḥ sāṃpaparāyikaḥ ||6.49.6||

Translation

In the mortal world, one may search and find a woman like Sītā; but a brother—an unfailing helper—equal to Lakṣmaṇa cannot be found.

Context

All the Vanaras started shedding tears from their tawny eyes on listening to the lamentation of Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sita
• Lakshmana

FAQs

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

Dharma elevates faithful service and solidarity: the rarest treasure is not an object of desire but a companion who stands by righteousness to the very end.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma, overwhelmed at Lakṣmaṇa’s condition, reflects on the irreplaceability of Lakṣmaṇa’s devoted support.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Lakṣmaṇa’s unwavering loyalty and competent service (saciva): steadfastness in duty under danger and crisis.