Shloka 6.30.13

शार्दूलचरवृत्तान्तः (Saardula’s Spy-Report on Rama’s Camp and the Vanara Host)

Devanagari script

पुराप्राकारमायातिक्षिप्रमेकतरंकुरु ।सीतांवास्मैप्रयच्छाशुयुद्धंवाप्रदीयताम् ।।6.30.13।।

Transliteration

garuḍavyūham āsthāya sarvato haribhir vṛtaḥ | māṃ visṛjya mahātejā laṅkām evābhivartate ||6.30.12||

Translation

Forming the battle-array called ‘Garuḍa’ and surrounded on all sides by the Vānara hosts, the mighty one—after releasing me—advances straight toward Laṅkā.

Context

"Before Rama reaches the boundary, the wall, do one thing quickly. Either give away Sita or set out to give a good war."

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Laṅkā
• Garuḍa-vyūha
• Vānara army (harayaḥ)
• Śārdūla

FAQs

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

Dharma is linked with orderly, disciplined action: righteous aims are pursued through restraint, coordination, and responsibility toward one’s forces.

What is the narrative situation?

Śārdūla reports Rāma’s organized advance toward Laṅkā after being released, describing the formation and the surrounding Vānara troops.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Nīti (strategic prudence): the use of a named battle-array reflects foresight and command rather than reckless aggression.