Praśravaṇ is a sacred hill associated with the aftermath of Sugríva’s coronation. Its defining feature in the narrative is a spacious cave in the crest, which gives Ráma and Lakshmaṇ shelter and becomes the setting for a moment of grief and brotherly encouragement.

Setting and Description

The account presents Praśravaṇ as part of a range of sanctifying hills, pierced at its crest by a broad cave. The description joins sacred landscape to practical refuge: the cave is not merely a feature of the terrain but a place where the princes can shelter.

The Princes’ Refuge

Praśravaṇ enters the story after the solemn rite at which Sugríva reigns once more. Kishkindhá is then depicted as bright with happy crowds and banners; the narrative turns from that public celebration to the cave, where Ráma and Lakshmaṇ find shelter. The contrast places the hill at the edge of the restored kingdom’s festivities, apart from the city’s rejoicing.

Narrative Significance

The cave also frames a private exchange between the brothers. Lakshmaṇ, troubled for Ráma’s sake, addresses him with words of encouragement. In this setting, Praśravaṇ serves as a place of refuge during hardship and gives the narrative a close, intimate counterpoint to the renewed rule and celebration in Kishkindhá.