Shloka 2.25.17

कौशल्याया मङ्गलविधानम् — Kausalya’s Benedictions and Protective Rites for Rama

Devanagari script

राक्षसानां पिशाचानां रौद्राणां क्रूरकर्मणाम्।क्रव्यादानां च सर्वेषां मा भूत्पुत्रक ते भयम्।।2.25.17।।

Transliteration

rākṣasānāṃ piśācānāṃ raudrāṇāṃ krūra-karmaṇām |

kravyādānāṃ ca sarveṣāṃ mā bhūt putraka te bhayam || 2.25.17 ||

Translation

My child, may no fear befall you from any of them—whether Rākṣasas, Piśācas, the dreadful and cruel-doing ones, or any flesh-eaters.

Context

Let there be no fear from rakshasas who are fearful to look at and commit cruel acts, from pisachas (evil spirits) and from flesh-eating animals, O my child!

Characters & Entities

• Rākṣasa
• Piśāca
• Kravyāda (flesh-eaters)

FAQs

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

Dharma is linked with abhaya (fearlessness): one who stands in truth and duty is envisioned as protected against forces of chaos and cruelty.

What is the narrative situation?

The blessing turns practical—seeking freedom from terror posed by malevolent beings and predators in the wilderness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courage grounded in righteousness: fear is countered not merely by strength, but by steadfast moral purpose.