Shloka 3.25.13

खरसेनासङ्ग्रामः — The Battle with Khara’s Host at the Hermitage

Devanagari script

स तैः प्रहरणैर्घोरैर्भिन्नगात्रो न विव्यथे।रामः प्रदीप्तैर्बहुभिर्वज्रैरिव महाचलः।।।।

Transliteration

sa taiḥ praharaṇair ghorair bhinna-gātro na vivyathe |

rāmaḥ pradīptair bahubhir vajrair iva mahācalaḥ ||

Translation

Though struck on his limbs by those dreadful weapons, Rama did not flinch—like a great mountain unmoved even when many blazing thunderbolts strike it.

Context

Rama remained unhurt like a great mountain struck by many glowing thunderbolts. He felt no pain even though his limbs were hit by the dreadful weapons.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• weapons (praharaṇa)
• thunderbolt (vajra)
• great mountain (mahācala)

FAQs

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

Dharma is steadfast endurance: the righteous do not abandon their protective duty when injured or pressured.

What is the narrative situation?

Despite being hit by multiple weapons, Rama remains firm and unshaken in the midst of battle.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kṣānti and dhṛti (forbearance and fortitude)—Rama’s unwavering composure under attack.