Shloka 1.76.12

बालकाण्डे षट्सप्ततितमः सर्गः — Rāma Subdues Paraśurāma; the Vaiṣṇava Arrow Is Discharged

Devanagari script

तेजोभिहतवीर्यत्वाज्जामदग्न्यो जडीकृत:।रामं कमलपत्राक्षं मन्दं मन्दमुवाच ह।।।।

Transliteration

tejobhi hatavīryatvāj jāmadagnyo jaḍīkṛtaḥ | rāmaṃ kamalapatrākṣaṃ mandaṃ mandam uvāca ha ||

Translation

His valor checked by Rāma’s radiance, the motionless Jāmadagnya spoke softly—again and again gently—to lotus-petaled-eyed Rāma.

Context

His energy subdued by Rama's prowess, the paralysed, Parasurama, son of Jamadagni spoke in gentle words to him whose eyes resembled the lotus petals:

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Jāmadagnya (Paraśurāma)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes the capacity to soften after correction: once pride is checked, speech becomes measured and respectful.

What is the narrative situation?

After realizing Rāma’s superior power, Paraśurāma’s stance shifts from challenge to gentle speech.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Paraśurāma’s acceptance of truth (satya-buddhi) and emerging humility after being overpowered.