For the vile deed that thou hast done,

That wisest monarch dooms to die

The wretch whose crimes the law defy;

And we, chastising those who err,

His righteous doom administer.

My soul accounts Sugríva dear

E'en as my brother Lakshmaṇ here.

He brings me blessing, and I swore

His wife and kingdom to restore:

A bond in solemn honour bound