Shloka 3.31.16

अकम्पनवृत्तान्तः — Akampana Reports Janasthana; Ravana Plans Sita’s Abduction

Devanagari script

तस्यानुरूपो बलवान्रक्ताक्षो दन्दुभिस्वनः।कनीयान्लक्ष्मणो नाम भ्राता शशिनिभाननः।।3.31.16।।

Transliteration

tasyānurūpo balavān raktākṣo dundubhisvanaḥ |

kanīyān lakṣmaṇo nāma bhrātā śaśinibhānanaḥ ||3.31.16||

Translation

Like him in form is his younger brother named Lakshmana—strong, red-eyed, with a voice deep as a drum, and a face bright like the moon.

Context

He is strong with bright red eyes. He has a deep voice with the resonance of a drum.His face is like the moon. Lakshmana, his younger brother, is similar to him in appearance.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Rāma

FAQs

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

Dharma is implied through loyal fraternity: Lakṣmaṇa’s strength and presence support righteous action by standing with Rāma in a just cause.

What is the narrative situation?

Akampana, having fled, describes to Rāvaṇa the formidable qualities of Rāma’s companion—his brother Lakṣmaṇa.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Lakṣmaṇa’s steadfast strength and brotherly devotion—power joined with unwavering support.