Shloka 6.19.16

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

Devanagari script

सतैस्तुसहितोराजालोकपालानयोधयत् ।सहदेवैस्तुतेभग्नारावणेनमहात्मना ।।6.19.16।।

Transliteration

sataiḥ tu sahito rājā lokapālān ayodhayat | saha-devaiḥ tu te bhagnā rāvaṇena mahātmanā || 6.19.16 ||

Translation

That king, supported by hundreds of his own, challenged even the Guardians of the Worlds; and they, together with the very gods, were shattered by the great-souled Rāvaṇa.

Context

"The unassailable rulers of the world and even celestial beings have been shattered by Ravana accompanied by the Rakshasas."

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Lokapālas
• Devas (gods)

FAQs

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

Might can overwhelm even divine protectors, but dharma is not measured by victory alone. The verse warns against equating power with moral legitimacy.

What is the narrative situation?

Vibhīṣaṇa underscores Rāvaṇa’s past feats and terrifying capability, stressing that the enemy is extraordinarily powerful.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Sobriety in assessment—clear-eyed understanding of danger supports responsible, dharmic decision-making.