Shloka 6.41.39

युद्धलक्षण-निमित्तदर्शनं तथा लङ्काद्वारव्यूहः (War Omens and the Encirclement of Lanka’s Gates)

Devanagari script

अङ्गदोदक्षिणद्वारंजग्राहसुमहाबलः ।ऋषभेणगवाक्षेणगजेनगवयेनच ।।6.41.39।।

Transliteration

vinyastāni ca yodhānāṃ bahūni vividhāni ca |

dadarśāyudhajālāni tatraiva kavacāni ca || 6.41.37 ||

Translation

There he beheld many kinds of weapons, numerous and varied, laid out for the fighters, and likewise armor made ready on that very spot.

Context

Angada endowed with great prowess along with Rshaba, Gavaksha, Gaja, and Gavaya reached the south gate.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Weapons
• Armor

FAQs

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

Dharma in war includes preparedness and order: conflict is not chaos but a disciplined undertaking, where readiness supports rightful aims.

What is the narrative situation?

At the fortified sector, the scene shows organized military provisioning—weaponry and armor prepared for defenders.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Alertness and discernment—carefully observing the enemy’s preparations rather than acting rashly.