Shloka 3.30.25

खरवधः — The Slaying of Khara (Janasthana Battle Climax)

Devanagari script

स तं दत्तं मघवता सुरराजेन धीमता।संदधे चापि धर्मात्मा मुमोच च खरं प्रति।।।।

Transliteration

sa taṃ dattaṃ maghavatā surarājēna dhīmatā | saṃdadhe cāpi dharmātmā mumoca ca kharaṃ prati ||

Translation

That weapon, bestowed by the wise Maghavat (Indra), king of the gods, righteous Rama set upon his bow and released toward Khara.

Context

Righteous Rama placed on his bow the dart given him by wise Indra, king of the gods, and shot it at Khara.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Khara
• Indra (Maghavat)
• king of the gods (Surarāja)
• divine weapon/arrow

FAQs

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

Rama’s dharma is shown as sanctioned, duty-bound action: the divine gift signifies that force used to restrain adharma can be aligned with cosmic order, not mere personal anger.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama uses a divine weapon received from Indra and shoots it at Khara to bring the battle to a close.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s righteousness (dharmātman) and competence—he employs powerful means with clear moral purpose.