Shloka 3.28.28

खररामयुद्धम् — The Battle of Khara and Rama (Aranya Kanda, Sarga 28)

Devanagari script

ततः पश्चान्महातेजा नाराचान्भास्करोपमान्।जिघांसू राक्षसङ्कृद्धस्त्रयोदश समाददे।।।।

Transliteration

tataḥ paścān mahātejā nārācān bhāskaropamān |

jighāṃsū rākṣasaṃ kruddhas trayodaśa samādade ||

Translation

After that, the radiant Rama—angered and intent on slaying the rākṣasa—took up thirteen nārāca arrows, blazing like the sun.

Context

Enraged and effulgent Rama took up thirteen darts, radiant like the Sun, with a wish to kill the demon.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Khara
• Rākṣasa

FAQs

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

Dharma includes firm resolve against adharma; righteous protection may require decisive action when a violent aggressor threatens order.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama prepares a larger, finishing sequence of missiles—thirteen nārāca arrows—against Khara.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Determination in the service of protection: Rama’s resolute will to end a destructive threat.