Shloka 6.106.27

रावण-सारथि-संवादः (Ravana and the Charioteer: Counsel, Omens, and Battlefield Conduct)

Devanagari script

ततोद्रुतंरावणवाक्यचोदितःप्रचोदयामासहयान्ससारथिः ।स राक्षसेन्द्रस्य ततो महारथःक्षणेनरामस्यरथाग्रतोऽभवत् ।।।।

Transliteration

tato drutaṃ rāvaṇavākyacoditaḥ pracodayāmāsa hayān sa sārathiḥ | sa rākṣasendrasya tato mahārathaḥ kṣaṇena rāmasya rathāgrato 'bhavat ||

Translation

Then, urged on by Rāvaṇa’s words, the charioteer swiftly drove the horses; in a mere moment, the great chariot of the lord of the Rākṣasas stood before Rāma’s chariot.

Context

Then,instructed by Ravana,his charioteer started to drive Rakshasa lord's chariot.In a moment,the great chariot stood before Rama's chariot.।। itayāraṣēvālamīkīyēśarīmadarāmāyaṇēādikāvayēyudadhakāṇaḍēṣaḍutataraśatatamasasaragaḥ ।।This is the end of one hundred and sixth sarga of Yuddha Kanda of the first epic, the holy Ramayana composed by sage Valmiki.

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Sārathi (charioteer)
• Rāma
• Rākṣasendra (lord of the Rākṣasas)
• chariot
• horses

FAQs

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

It emphasizes disciplined execution of duty: once a decision is made, action should be prompt and aligned with one’s assigned role, especially in public and consequential settings like battle.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāvaṇa’s charioteer, following Rāvaṇa’s instruction, drives quickly so that Rāvaṇa’s chariot returns to the forefront, directly facing Rāma’s chariot.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Readiness and efficiency in service—swift, decisive action without hesitation.