Shloka 4.37.24

वानरसेनामोचनम् / Mobilization of the Vanara Hosts

Devanagari script

अङ्गारकसमानानां भीमानां भीमकर्मणाम्।विन्ध्याद्वानरकोटीनां सहस्राण्यपतन्द्रुतम्।।।।

Transliteration

aṅgārakasamānānāṃ bhīmānāṃ bhīmakarmaṇām |

vindhyād vānarakoṭīnāṃ sahasrāṇy apatan drutam ||

Translation

From the Vindhya, thousands of crores of monkeys—terrible in form and terrible in deed, blazing like firebrands—swiftly came down.

Context

From the Vindhya mountain came down thousands of crores of swift-footed monkeys of terrific deeds. They were fierce like fire (Angaraka).

Characters & Entities

• Vindhya
• vānaras (monkeys)
• fire/embers (aṅgāraka)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes directing formidable power toward a just purpose—strength becomes ethical when aligned with truth and protection.

What is the narrative situation?

A fierce Vindhya contingent arrives rapidly, contributing martial force to the gathering.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courage and capability—vīrya used in service of the righteous cause.