Shloka 3.25.3

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

Devanagari script

स खरस्याज्ञया सूतस्तुरगान् समचोदयत्।यत्र रामो महाबाहुरेको चुन्वन्स्थितो धनुः।।।।

Transliteration

sa kharasyājñayā sūtas turagān samacodayat | yatra rāmo mahābāhur eko cunvan sthito dhanuḥ ||

Translation

At Khara’s command, the charioteer urged on the horses—toward the place where mighty-armed Rama stood alone, fitting and readying his bow.

Context

Commanded by Khara, the charioteer also urged the horses towards themighty-armed Rama standing alone and wielding the bow.

Characters & Entities

• Khara
• sūta (charioteer)
• turaga (horses)
• Rāma
• dhanuḥ (bow)

FAQs

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

Dharma is shown as steadfast readiness: even when isolated, one stands firm in rightful duty rather than yielding to intimidation.

What is the narrative situation?

Khara advances his chariot forces toward Rāma, who is positioned alone and preparing to fight.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s dhairya (fortitude): calm preparedness despite being outnumbered.