Shloka 6.37.10

लङ्काद्वारव्यूहवर्णनम् / Disposition at the Gates of Lanka

Devanagari script

पूर्वंप्रहस्तस्सबलोद्वारमासाद्यतिष्ठति ।दक्षिणंचमहावीर्यौमहापार्श्वमहोदरौ ।।।।

Transliteration

pūrvaṃ prahastaḥ sabalo dvāram āsādya tiṣṭhati | dakṣiṇaṃ ca mahāvīryau mahāpārśvamahodarau ||

Translation

At the eastern gate, the powerful Prahasta stands with his forces; and at the southern gate stand the great warriors Mahāpārśva and Mahodara.

Context

"Powerful Prahasta stands at east gate with army, Mahaparsva and Mahodara of great valour are at the south gate."

Characters & Entities

• Prahasta
• Mahāpārśva
• Mahodara
• Laṅkā (gates implied)

FAQs

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

Dharma in warfare includes order and accountability: forces are stationed clearly, indicating organized command rather than lawless violence.

What is the narrative situation?

Laṅkā’s defenders are arranged by direction; key commanders are assigned to specific gates.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Readiness and discipline in command—strategic placement and preparedness.