Shloka 6.111.30

रावणवधः — The Slaying of Ravana (Brahmāstra Discharge)

Devanagari script

अविवेशमहान् हर्षोदेवानांचारणैःसह ।रावणेनिहतेरौद्रेसर्वलोकभयङ्करे ।।।।

Transliteration

aviveśa mahān harṣo devānāṃ cāraṇaiḥ saha |

rāvaṇe nihate raudre sarva-loka-bhayaṅkare ||

Translation

When Rāvaṇa—fierce and a terror to all the worlds—was slain, great joy filled the Devas together with the Cāraṇas.

Context

When Ravana, a terror of all worlds was killed, the Charanas and Devas were filled with great joy.

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Devas
• Cāraṇas

FAQs

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

Dharma is portrayed as the restoration of cosmic and social order: the fall of a tyrant who terrorized the worlds results in rightful relief and joy among righteous beings.

What is the narrative situation?

Immediately after Rāvaṇa’s death, the celestial beings respond with joy, signaling that the burden of fear and oppression has ended.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s role as a dharma-protector is implied—his victory is validated by the Devas’ reaction.