Shloka 6.11.22

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

Devanagari script

सापुरीपरमाकीर्णारथकुञ्जरवाजिभिः ।सम्पतद्भिर्विरुरुचेगरुत्मद्भिरिवाम्बरम् ।।।।

Transliteration

te rathān rucirān eke dṛptān eke pṛthag hayān |

nāgān eke ’dhiruruhur jagmuś caike padātayaḥ ||

Translation

Of those rākṣasas, some went upon exquisite chariots; some rode proud steeds; some mounted elephants; and some proceeded on foot.

Context

With chariots, elephants and horses advancing in groups the prosperous capital was shining resembling the flocks of birds in the sky.

Characters & Entities

• Rākṣasas
• chariots
• horses
• elephants

FAQs

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

Dharma here is implied as disciplined organization—many act together in an ordered way, suggesting that collective action should be structured and accountable to rightful counsel (even if the rākṣasas later misuse it).

What is the narrative situation?

Rāvaṇa’s followers assemble and move toward the royal court in various modes of transport, indicating a large-scale convening.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Coordination and readiness for duty (as attendants/warriors responding to the king’s summons).