Shloka 4.19.21

ताराविलापः — Tara’s Lament and Counsel after Vali’s Fall

Devanagari script

आव्रजन्ती ददर्शाथ पतिं निपतितं भुवि।हन्तारं दानवेन्द्राणां समरेष्वनिवर्तिनम्।।

Transliteration

āvrajantī dadarśātha patiṃ nipatitaṃ bhuvi | hantāraṃ dānavendrāṇāṃ samareṣv anivartinam ||

Translation

As she drew near, she saw her husband fallen upon the earth—slayer of the foremost Dānavas, one who never turned back in battle.

Context

As she was nearing (the spot) she saw her husband, a great conqueror of monkeys who never retreated from the battle, mortally hit and fallen on the ground.

Characters & Entities

• Tārā
• Vāli
• Dānavas

FAQs

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

The limits of worldly prowess: even the steadfast hero falls—prompting reflection on dharma beyond mere strength.

What is the narrative situation?

Tārā arrives and witnesses Vāli lying fallen, remembered for fearless victories.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vāli’s valor (śaurya) and steadfastness (anivartitā) in battle.