Shloka 3.24.31

उत्पातदर्शनं खरसैन्यसमागमश्च (Omens of calamity and the approach of Khara’s army)

Devanagari script

तत्त्वनीकं महाघोरं रामं समुपसर्पत।धृतनानाप्रहरणं गम्भीरं सागरोपमम्।।।।

Transliteration

tattvanīkaṃ mahāghoraṃ rāmaṃ samupasarpata | dhṛtanānāpraharaṇaṃ gambhīraṃ sāgaropamam ||

Translation

That dread host, bearing many kinds of weapons—vast and deep like the sea—drew near to Rama.

Context

The fierce army, deep like the sea, equipped with various missiles approached Rama.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• anīka (army/host)

FAQs

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

Dharma here is implied as steadfastness in the face of overwhelming force—righteous duty does not depend on numerical advantage.

What is the narrative situation?

Khara’s formidable forces advance toward Rama, signaling the imminent confrontation.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s courage and resolve are foregrounded by contrast: a single righteous hero stands against a vast, weapon-laden host.