Shloka 6.49.22

शरबन्धनविलापः (The Lament under the Net of Arrows)

Devanagari script

तच्चमिथ्याप्रलप्तंमांप्रधक्ष्यतिनसंशयः ।यन्मयानकृतोराजाराक्षसानांविभीषणः ।।6.49.22।।

Transliteration

astrair astrāṇi yo hanyāc chakrasyāpi mahātmanaḥ |

so 'yam urvyāṃ hataḥ śete mahārhaśayanocitaḥ ||6.49.21||

Translation

He who could, with his own weapons, strike down even the weapons of great Indra—he, worthy of a noble bed, now lies slain upon the earth.

Context

"I have not made Vibheeshana as the king of Rakshasas. Because of that untruth utterance they want to consume me, no doubt."

Characters & Entities

• Lakshmana
• Indra
• Shakra

FAQs

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

The verse underscores the tragedy that even the most worthy can suffer in war; dharma requires compassion, humility, and perseverance when fate turns harsh.

What is the narrative situation?

A lament is voiced over Lakṣmaṇa’s condition—one so great now lying on the ground after being struck down.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Nobility and worthiness (ārjava/mahatva) recognized by allies even in apparent defeat.