Shloka 6.26.45

वानरमुख्य-परिचयः (Catalogue of Principal Vānara Leaders)

Devanagari script

त्वामाह्वयतियुद्धायक्रोधनोनामयूधपः ।विक्रान्ताबलवन्तश्चयथायूथानिभागशः ।।।।

Transliteration

tvām āhvayati yuddhāya krodhano nāma yūdhapaḥ |

vikrāntā balavantaś ca yathā yūthāni bhāgaśaḥ ||6.26.45||

Translation

A troop-commander named Krodhana challenges you to battle; his units are arrayed in divisions, filled with valiant and powerful warriors.

Context

"The valiant and powerful troop leaders are a part of units of the army under Vanara called Krodhana. He is challenging you for combat."

Characters & Entities

• Krodhana

FAQs

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

Dharma in warfare includes clarity and directness: a formal challenge signals open combat rather than deceit, fitting the epic’s ideal of righteous confrontation.

What is the narrative situation?

Sāraṇa names another Vanara commander and describes the disciplined formation of his forces while briefing Rāvaṇa.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Śaurya (valor) coupled with organization—courage expressed through structured, accountable military action.