Shloka 4.39.21

वानरसेनामिलनम् / The Mustering of the Vanara Hosts

Devanagari script

महाचलनिभैर्घोरै: पनसो नाम यूथपः।आजगाम महावीर्यस्तिसृभिः कोटिभिर्वृतः।।4.39.21।।

Transliteration

mahā-cala-nibhaiḥ ghoraiḥ panaso nāma yūthapaḥ |

ājagāma mahā-vīryas tisṛbhiḥ koṭibhir vṛtaḥ || 4.39.21 ||

Translation

Then the troop-leader named Panasa, a warrior of great prowess, arrived—surrounded by three koṭis of dreadful fighters, like mighty mountains in form.

Context

Similarly, the great warrior named Panasa, leader of the troop, reported with three crore dreadful vanaras of the size of huge mountains.

Characters & Entities

• Panasa
• Vānara host (implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma upheld through solidarity—many leaders contribute their strength to a shared righteous mission.

What is the narrative situation?

Panasa arrives with his contingent as the allied forces gather under Sugrīva’s command.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Leadership and readiness—prompt mobilization in service of a just alliance.