Shloka 6.11.14

रावणस्य सभाप्रवेशः (Ravana Enters the Royal Assembly and Summons Counsel)

Devanagari script

राक्षसैस्त्सूयमानस्सञ्जयाशीर्भिररिन्दमः ।आससादमहातेजास्सभांविरचितांतदा ।।।।

Transliteration

te kṛtāñjalayaḥ sarve rathasthaṃ pṛthivīsthitāḥ | rākṣasā rākṣasaśreṣṭhaṃ śirobhis taṃ vavandire ||

Translation

All those rākṣasas, standing on the ground with folded palms while he remained upon his chariot, bowed their heads and paid homage to the foremost among rākṣasas.

Context

Then as the conqueror of foes, an exceptionally splendid one, Ravana was praised by the Rakshasas saying, "Victory to you, Prosperity to you", Ravana entered the wellbuilt royal court.

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Rākṣasas
• Laṅkā (implied setting)

FAQs

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

Social order and protocol (maryādā) are shown through respectful salutation; the Ramayana often contrasts correct outward etiquette with the need for inner dharma.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāvaṇa is publicly received; the rākṣasas show submission and loyalty by bowing and folding their hands.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Collective discipline and loyalty among the rākṣasas—though loyalty without dharma can support adharma.