Shloka 6.104.17

रावणशूलप्रक्षेपः — Ravana Hurls the Trident; Rama Counters with Indra’s Javelin

Devanagari script

स गृहीत्वामहावीर्यश्शूलंतद्रावणोमहत् ।विनद्यसुमहानादंरामंपरुषमब्रवीत् ।।।।

Transliteration

sa gṛhītvā mahāvīryaḥ śūlaṃ tad rāvaṇo mahat |

vinadya sumahānādaṃ rāmaṃ paruṣam abravīt ||6.104.17||

Translation

Having taken up that great trident, mighty Rāvaṇa, roaring in a very loud voice, spoke harshly to Rāma.

Context

Ravana who was endowed with extraordinary valour, taking hold of the trident, addressed Rama harshly in a loud tone.

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Rāma
• Śūla (trident)

FAQs

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

Dharma includes right speech (satya and śīla): harsh, intimidating words used to dominate an opponent reflect adharma and inner disorder.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāvaṇa, weapon in hand, begins to address Rāma directly with loud, aggressive speech.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Restraint in speech is the implied virtue—true strength does not require cruelty of words.