Shloka 1.17.32

सप्तदशः सर्गः — देवसंवादः तथा वानर-ऋक्ष-उत्पत्तिः (Divine Council and the Generation of Vanara Allies)

Devanagari script

ते तार्क्ष्यबलसम्पन्नास्सर्वे युद्धविशारदा:।विचरन्तोऽर्दयन्दर्पात्सिंहव्याघ्रमहोरगान्।।।।

Transliteration

te tārkṣyabalasampannāḥ sarve yuddhaviśāradāḥ | vicaranto 'rdayan darpāt siṃhavyāghramahoragān ||

Translation

Endowed with the strength of Tārkṣya (Garuḍa) and skilled in warfare, they ranged about and, in their pride, harried lions, tigers, and great serpents.

Context

Endowed with the might of Garuda and well-versed in warfare, all of them moving around tormented ferouious lions, tigers and mighty serpents .

Characters & Entities

• Tārkṣya (Garuḍa)
• lions
• tigers
• great serpents

FAQs

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

Strength without restraint tends toward adharma: the mention of darpa (pride) warns that power must be governed by humility and purpose.

What is the narrative situation?

The newly arisen warrior-vānaras, immensely strong and battle-trained, roam the wilderness and overpower dangerous beasts, displaying their might.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Implied virtue is self-control (dama): the verse highlights pride as a risk, pointing to the need for disciplined use of strength.