Shloka 6.23.7

निमित्तदर्शनम् (Portents Before the March to Laṅkā)

Devanagari script

दीनादीनस्वराःक्रूरास्सर्वतोमृगपक्षिणः ।प्रत्यादित्यंविनर्धन्तिजनयन्तोमहाद्भयम् ।।6.23.7।।

Transliteration

dīnādīnasvarāḥ krūrāḥ sarvato mṛgapakṣiṇaḥ | pratyādityaṃ vinardhanti janayanto mahādbhayam ||6.23.7||

Translation

All around, beasts and birds, cruel in aspect, utter wretched, wailing cries, roaring as if facing the sun, and they stir up great fear—a sign that danger is at hand.

Context

"The wild animals all over have a piteous look and wailing in low tone standing opposite the Sun is indicating fear."

Characters & Entities

• Āditya (Sun)

FAQs

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

Dharma calls for composure and right judgment: fear spreads easily in crisis, but one must remain anchored in duty and truth rather than omens alone.

What is the narrative situation?

The environment becomes ominous: animals and birds cry strangely, intensifying the sense that the war will bring massive destruction.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courage under uncertainty—continuing righteous action despite unsettling signs.