Shloka 6.19.11

विभीषणाभिषेकः — The Consecration of Vibhishana and Counsel on Crossing the Ocean

Devanagari script

रामसेनापतिस्तस्यप्रहास्तोयदिवाश्रुतः ।कैलासेयेनसङ्ग्रामेमणिभद्रःपराजितः ।।6.19.11।।

Transliteration

baddhagodhāṅgulitraś cāvadhyakavaco yudhi | dhanur ādāya yas tiṣṭhann adṛśyo bhavatīndrajit ||

Translation

And Indrajit—his fingers bound with iguana-hide guards and clad in an impenetrable cuirass—stands in battle with bow in hand, becoming unseen.

Context

"Rama! You might have heard of Prahastha who the commander in chief of his (Ravana's) army is by whom Manibhadra (Kubera's Commander of Army) was defeated in a comb at in Kailas (the abode of Siva)."

Characters & Entities

• Vibhīṣaṇa
• Indrajit

FAQs

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

Dharma in warfare includes preparedness and protection of allies: knowing an enemy’s capacities prevents reckless loss and supports a more just conduct of battle.

What is the narrative situation?

Vibhīṣaṇa warns Rāma about Indrajit’s special protections and deceptive tactics (invisibility) in combat.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vibhīṣaṇa’s foresight and truthfulness—he prioritizes the safety of those who accepted him.