Shloka 6.100.32

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

Devanagari script

उभौहिपरमेष्वासावुभौयुद्धविशारदौ ।उभावस्त्रविदां मुख्यावुभौ युद्धेविचेरतुः ।।6.100.32।।

Transliteration

ubhau hi parameṣvāsāv ubhau yuddha-viśāradau | ubhāv astravidāṃ mukhyāv ubhau yuddhe viceratuḥ ||6.100.32||

Translation

For both were supreme bowmen; both were expert in warfare; both were foremost among those who know weapons and missiles—and in battle they moved without faltering.

Context

Both Rama and Ravana were armed with excellent bows, both highly skilled in war, both adept in the use of missiles, both were foremost in fighting and were unmoved.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Rāvaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma is suggested through competence and restraint in rightful combat: skill is not mere violence but disciplined mastery aligned with a warrior’s duty.

What is the narrative situation?

The narrator underscores that the duel is between two exceptionally matched masters of archery and warfare.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Śaurya with training—valor supported by expertise (yuddha-viśārada), highlighting that righteous action requires capability, not only intent.