Shloka 6.19.14

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

Devanagari script

महोदरमहापार्श्वौराक्षसश्चाप्यकम्पनः ।अनीकस्थास्तुतस्यैतेलोकपालसमायुधि ।।6.19.14।।

Transliteration

mahodara-mahāpārśvau rākṣasaś cāpy akampanaḥ | anīkasthās tu tasyaitē lokapāla-samā yudhi || 6.19.14 ||

Translation

Mahodara, Mahāpārśva, and the rākṣasa Akampana—these are his commanders in the ranks, formidable in war like the very guardians of the worlds.

Context

"Mahodara, Mahaparsva, Akampana are Rakshasas who are like the guards of the world. They are the commanders of his (Ravana's) army."

Characters & Entities

• Mahodara
• Mahāpārśva
• Akampana
• Rāvaṇa
• Lokapālas

FAQs

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

Power and rank do not equal righteousness. The verse frames enemy strength realistically, reminding a dharmic warrior to respect capability without conceding moral ground.

What is the narrative situation?

Vibhīṣaṇa identifies key commanders in Rāvaṇa’s army and characterizes their battle prowess for Rāma’s strategic awareness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prudence and preparedness—knowing the adversary’s leaders is part of responsible, dharmic leadership in war.