Shloka 6.104.29

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

Devanagari script

निर्भिभेदततोबाणैर्हयानस्यमहाजवान् ।रामस्त्रीक्ष्णैर्महावेगैर्भाणवद्भिरजिह्मगैः ।।।।

Transliteration

kharāś ca khara-nirghoṣā gagane paruṣā ghanāḥ |

autpātikāni nardantaḥ samantāt paricakramuḥ ||

Translation

Portentous, dreadful clouds—harsh and heavy—brayed in the sky like donkeys and wheeled about on every side, signaling ominous turns in the battle.

Context

Rama then released arrows endowed with great speed, shower of multitude of arrows straight into the horses of Ravana and shattered them.

Characters & Entities

• sky (gagana)
• portents (utpāta)

FAQs

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

The verse highlights the moral atmosphere surrounding adharma: nature itself is portrayed as disturbed through ominous signs, implying that unrighteous conflict and arrogance invite disorder and suffering.

What is the narrative situation?

As the climactic duel intensifies, ominous clouds circle the sky, functioning as foreshadowing and as a cosmic response to the impending fate of the combatants.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Indirectly, it underscores vigilance and discernment: the wise recognize signs and consequences, aligning action with dharma rather than being blinded by pride.