Shloka 6.100.27

रावण–रामयुद्धप्रारम्भः (The Intensification of the Rama–Ravana Duel)

Devanagari script

तयोर्भूतानिवित्रेसुर्युगपत्सम्प्रयुध्यतोः ।रौद्रयोःसायकमुचोर्यमान्तकनिकाशयोः ।।6.100.27।।

Transliteration

ceratuś ca ciraṃ citraṃ maṇḍalaṃ savya-dakṣiṇam |

bāṇa-vegāt samutkṣiptāv anyonyam aparājitau ||6.100.26||

Translation

For a long while the two undefeated warriors moved in wondrous circles, wheeling left and right, each driving and repelling the other by the force and speed of their arrows.

Context

Just as created beings fight at the end of the dissolution of the universe, like God of death and God of retribution, both were fighting discharging arrows which was frightening to all beings.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Rāvaṇa

FAQs

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

The verse underscores discipline and control in warfare—movement, timing, and restraint are part of righteous conduct, not mere aggression.

What is the narrative situation?

The duel becomes highly dynamic, with both combatants maneuvering in circular patterns while exchanging forceful shots.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Martial composure and technical mastery—sustained skill under danger.