Shloka 5.24.20

सीताभर्त्सना — The Ogresses’ Threats to Sita and Her Vow of Fidelity

Devanagari script

ततस्तां विनता नाम राक्षसी भीमदर्शना।।5.24.20।।अब्रवीत्कुपिताकारा कराला निर्णतोदरी।

Transliteration

tatas tāṃ vinatā nāma rākṣasī bhīma-darśanā ॥5.24.20॥

abravīt kupitākārā karālā nirṇatodarī ।

Translation

Then a rākṣasī named Vinatā, frightful to behold—grim and dreadful, with a sunken belly and a face twisted in anger—spoke.

Context

Then a dark ogress called Vinata with a terryfying look, loathsome appearance and a large sunken belly said to Sita:

Characters & Entities

• Sītā
• Vinatā (rākṣasī)

FAQs

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

The narrative sets up how intimidation is personified; dharma is tested when fearsome agents attempt to bend truth through terror.

What is the narrative situation?

A particular guard, Vinatā, is introduced and begins addressing Sītā directly.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sītā’s continued resolve is implied as the threats become more personalized and severe.