Shloka 6.21.26

सागरप्रतीक्षा-क्रोधप्रादुर्भावः (Rama’s Vigil at the Ocean and the Rise of Wrath)

Devanagari script

सम्पीड्यचधनुर्घोरंकम्पयित्वाशरैर्जगत् ।मुमोचविशिखानुग्रान्वज्रानिवशतक्रतुः ।।6.21.26।।

Transliteration

toyavegas samudrasya sa nakramakaro mahān |

sambabhūva mahāghoras samārutaravas tadā ||6.21.28||

Translation

Then the ocean’s surge became immense and dreadful—filled with crocodiles and makaras—roaring with the wind as it heaved in turmoil.

Context

Bending the terrific bow, he released frightful arrows like Indra (who released thunderbolts) who performed a hundred sacrifices.

Characters & Entities

• Samudra/Sāgara (Ocean)
• Nakra (crocodile)
• Makara (sea-creature)
• Māruta (wind)

FAQs

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

Dharma recognizes that disorder spreads when fundamental balances are disturbed; thus, power must ultimately be used to restore order, not merely to display might.

What is the narrative situation?

The ocean reacts violently to the arrows, becoming turbulent, noisy, and dangerous with its creatures thrown into motion.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Narratively, it underscores the efficacy of Rāma’s resolve—his action compels the natural force to respond.