ಹನುಮಂತನಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾತ್ರ ಶಕ್ತಿ, ಬುದ್ಧಿ, ಶೌರ್ಯ, ಸಮಯ-ಸ್ಥಳಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಂದಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ನೀತಿ—all qualities shine brightly, declared Rama with reverence, addressing the wise Hanuman. Rama, perceiving Hanuman’s readiness and understanding his noble qualities, began to ponder deeply about the task ahead. Sugriva, the lord of the vanaras, felt confident that Hanuman would surely succeed, and Hanuman himself was even more determined to accomplish the mission. For one who sets out, is recognized by his deeds, and is favored by his master, the achievement of the goal becomes certain. Observing Hanuman’s unwavering resolve and immense energy, Rama’s heart was filled with joy, as though his mission was already fulfilled; his senses and mind delighted. Pleased, Rama gave Hanuman a ring adorned with his name—a token to be shown to Sita, the princess. “With this token, O best among monkeys, Janaka’s daughter will know you have come from me and will not be anxious,” Rama assured. “Your resolve, your courage, your strength, and Sugriva’s command—all these convince me of success,” Rama added warmly. Hanuman, the foremost among vanaras, humbly received the ring, bowed to Rama’s feet, and set out with joined hands upon his head, ready for the journey—the bull among monkeys. Drawing upon the great strength of the vanaras, Hanuman, son of the wind, shone like the moon in a clear sky after the clouds had departed, surrounded by the host of stars. “Rely on your extraordinary strength, O best of monkeys, and your unmatched valor, O son of the wind. Do as Hanuman must, so that Janaka’s daughter may be found,” Rama encouraged. Here ends the forty-fifth sarga of the glorious Valmiki Ramayana, in the Kishkindha Kanda. Sugriva, the foremost among monkeys, gathered all the vanaras and addressed them, urging them to fulfill Rama’s purpose. “You must search for Sita, O best among vanaras, understanding your lord’s command,” Sugriva instructed the leaders. Like locusts covering the earth, the vanaras set out in all directions, while Rama remained at Prasravana with Lakshmana, waiting for the month appointed for Sita’s search. The delightful northern direction, surrounded by great mountains, was chosen for exploration. The heroic monkey Shatabali quickly set out for the north; Vinata, leader of the monkeys, went to the east. Hanuman, son of the wind, along with Tara, Angada, and others, ventured to the southern quarter—the region traversed by Agastya. Sushena, lord of the monkeys, went to the dreadful western direction, protected by Varuna, like a tiger among monkeys. Having dispatched all directions properly, Sugriva, the heroic commander of the monkey army, rejoiced happily. Thus urged by their king, all the leaders of the monkey troops, each intent on their own direction, quickly set out. Roaring, bellowing, and shouting, the mighty monkeys made loud noises and ran, crying out as they went. Encouraged by Sugriva, the leaders declared, “We will bring back Sita and we will slay Ravana!” Some boasted, “I alone will slay Ravana if he comes to battle, and then, having swiftly defeated him, I will bring back Janaka’s daughter.” Others said, “Even if she is trembling from exhaustion, you must remain firm; I alone will bring back Janaki even from the netherworld.” Some proclaimed, “I will shatter trees, split mountains, rend the earth, and agitate the oceans. I can leap a distance measured in yojanas—there is no doubt; indeed, I can cross even a hundred yojanas and more. Whether on earth, in the sea, among mountains or forests, or even in the depths of the underworld, my movement cannot be hindered.” Thus, each mighty monkey, filled with strength and pride, spoke boldly in the presence of Sugriva. Here ends the forty-sixth sarga of the glorious Valmiki Ramayana, in the Kishkindha Kanda. When the monkey lords had departed, Rama turned to Sugriva and asked, “How do you know the entire expanse of the earth?” Sugriva, with humility, replied, “Listen, I will tell you everything in detail.” When Vali confronted the demon Dundubhi, who had taken the form of a buffalo, he went toward the Malaya mountain. The buffalo entered a cave at Malaya, and Vali followed, intent on killing him. At that time, I stood humbly at the mouth of the cave, waiting. But Vali did not emerge, even after a year had passed. Then, suddenly, the cave was filled with a rush of blood. Seeing this, I was astonished and overcome with grief for my brother. My mind confused, I thought my elder brother was surely slain; so I placed a stone, like a mountain, at the entrance of the cave. Unable to come out, the buffalo would perish; so I returned to Kishkindha, having lost hope for Vali’s life. Having gained the great kingdom, and Tara along with Ruma, I lived there with friends, free from anxiety. Then, Vali—the foremost among monkeys—returned after killing Dundubhi. Out of respect and fear, I gave him back the kingdom. ಇದೇ ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಮಾಯಣದ ಈ ಭಾಗಗಳು, ಹನುಮಂತನ ಶೌರ್ಯ, ಸುಗ್ರೀವನ ಕಾರ್ಯಚಟುವಟಿಕೆ, ವಾನರ ಸೇನೆಯ ದೃಢತೆ ಮತ್ತು ರಾಮ-ಸುಗ್ರೀವನ ನಡುವಿನ ವಿಶ್ವಾಸವನ್ನು ಚಿತ್ರಿಸುತ್ತವೆ.