Shloka 6.27.26

वानर-ऋक्ष-सेना-प्रशंसा (Cataloguing the Vanara and Bear Forces)

Devanagari script

योगङ्गामनुपर्येतित्रासयन्गजयूथपान् ।हस्तिनांवानराणांचपूर्ववैरमनुस्मरन् ।।6.27.25।।एषयूथपतिर्नेतागच्छन् गिरिगुहाशयः ।गजान्योधयतेवन्यान्गिरींश्चैवमहीरुहान् ।।6.27.26।।

Transliteration

eṣa yūthapatir netā gacchan giriguhāśayaḥ |

gajān yodhayate vanyān girīṃś caiva mahīruhān || 6.27.26 ||

Translation

This troop-commander and leader, dwelling in mountain-caves, ranges about and battles wild elephants—moving through mountains and great trees alike.

Context

"There is one who roams around Ganga, frightening herds of elephants, remembering the earlier enmity between elephants and Vanaras. This leader of commanders goes about mountain caves, trees and mountains waging war with elephants."

Characters & Entities

• Vanara troop-leader (unnamed in this verse)
• wild elephants
• mountain caves
• mountains
• trees

FAQs

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

The verse highlights kṣātra-dharma expressed as disciplined strength under leadership: a capable commander endures hardship (caves, forests, mountains) and confronts formidable opponents, implying steadfastness and readiness in righteous warfare.

What is the narrative situation?

In the lead-up to battle at Laṅkā, the speaker is identifying and characterizing prominent Vanara leaders and their forces, emphasizing their ferocity and preparedness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courage and leadership—fearlessness in facing powerful enemies (wild elephants) and the ability to operate effectively across difficult terrain.