Shloka 4.12.3

द्वादशः सर्गः — Rama’s Proof of Power, the First Duel, and the Identification Mark (Kishkindha Kanda, Sarga 12)

Devanagari script

स विसृष्टो बलवता बाणस्स्वर्णपरिष्कृतः।भित्त्वा सालान् गिरिप्रस्थं सप्त भूमिं विवेश ह4.12.3।।

Transliteration

sa visṛṣṭo balavatā bāṇaḥ svarṇa-pariṣkṛtaḥ |

bhittvā sālān giriprasthaṁ sapta bhūmiṁ viveśa ha || 4.12.3 ||

Translation

Released with mighty force, that arrow—adorned with gold—split through the seven sāla trees, pierced the mountain-face, and entered into the earth.

Context

Released with great force, Rama's arrow embellished with gold pierced through the seven sala trees and splitting the mountain terrain entered the earth.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma (implied as the archer)
• arrow (bāṇa)
• seven sāla trees (sapta sālāḥ)
• mountain-surface (giriprastha)
• earth (bhūmi)

FAQs

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

Dharma is supported by credible assurance; extraordinary power is shown not for vanity but to establish trust for a righteous alliance.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma’s capability is demonstrated through the famous feat of piercing the seven sāla trees, strengthening Sugrīva’s confidence.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s śaurya (heroic strength) used in service of a just purpose—keeping promises and protecting allies.