Shloka 6.15.3

विभीषण–इन्द्रजित् संवादः (Vibhishana and Indrajit: Counsel, Boast, and Rebuttal)

Devanagari script

सत्त्वेनवीर्येणपराक्रमेणशौर्येणधैर्येणचतेजसाच ।एकःकुलेऽस्मिन्पुरुषोविमुक्तोविभीषणस्तातकनिष्ठएषः ।।6.15.3।।

Transliteration

tvam eva vadhyaś ca su-durmatiś ca sa cāpi vadhyo ya ihānayat tvām | bālaṃ dṛḍhaṃ sāhasikaṃ ca yo 'dya prāveśayan mantra-kṛtāṃ samīpam ||6.15.11||

Translation

You yourself—evil-minded—deserve to be slain; and he too deserves death who brought you here today, a headstrong, reckless youth, leading you into the reach of one skilled in counsel.

Context

"In this race, alone younger father Vibheeshana is devoid of strength, valour, prowess, heroism, courage and boldness."

Characters & Entities

• Vibhīṣaṇa
• Indrajit

FAQs

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

It asserts moral accountability: both the wrongdoer and the instigator/enabler share blame when reckless action is pushed against wise counsel and righteousness.

What is the narrative situation?

Vibhīṣaṇa intensifies his rebuke, condemning Indrajit’s intent and criticizing those who embolden rashness rather than heed prudent advice.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

The virtue of responsible counsel—valuing deliberation and ethical restraint over impulsive daring.