Shloka 5.47.2

अक्षवधः (The Slaying of Prince Aksha) — Sundarakāṇḍa Sarga 47

Devanagari script

स तस्य दृष्ट्यर्पणसम्प्रचोदितः प्रतापवान्काञ्चनचित्रकार्मुकः।समुत्पपाताथ सदस्युदीरितो द्विजातिमुख्यैर्हविषेव पावकः।।5.47.2।।

Transliteration

tataḥ kapis taṃ raṇa-caṇḍa-vikramaṃ vivṛddha-tejo-bala-vīrya-saṃyutam | kumāram akṣaṃ prasamīkṣya saṃyuge nanāda harṣād ghana-tulya-vikramam ||5.47.19||

Translation

Then Hanumān, seeing Prince Akṣa in the thick of battle—fierce in valor and endowed with heightened radiance, strength, and energy—roared with joy, his might like that of a thundercloud.

Context

Spurred by the mere glance of Ravana, the glorious Aksha with his wonderful bow inlaid with gold sprang up from the royal assembly just as flame rises from fire-sanctuary when oblations are poured in by reputed brahmins.

Characters & Entities

• Hanumān
• Akṣa (Akṣakumāra)
• battle (raṇa/saṃyuga)
• ghana (thundercloud imagery)

FAQs

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

A dhārmic warrior recognizes worth even in an opponent. Hanumān’s joy and roar signal respect for courage and skill—valor is acknowledged as a virtue regardless of sides, though the larger cause still matters.

What is the narrative situation?

Hanumān observes Akṣa’s formidable entry and performance in battle and responds with an exultant roar.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Magnanimity and fearlessness—Hanumān is not intimidated; he honors strength and meets it openly.