Shloka 6.49.27

शरबन्धनविलापः (The Lament under the Net of Arrows)

Devanagari script

गवयेनगवाक्षेणशरभेणगजेनच ।अन्यैश्चहरिभिर्युद्धंमदर्थेत्यक्तजीवितैः ।।6.49.27।।

Transliteration

aṅgadena kṛtaṃ karma maindena dvividena ca |

yuddhaṃ kesariṇā saṅkhye ghoraṃ sampātinā kṛtam ||6.49.26||

Translation

Deeds were done by Aṅgada, by Mainda, and by Dvivida; and in the thick of battle, a fierce fight was waged by Keśarī and by Sampāti as well.

Context

"Gava, Gavaksha, Sarabha and others even Vanaras have done war sacrificing their lives for me."

Characters & Entities

• Angada
• Mainda
• Dvivida
• Kesari
• Sampati

FAQs

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

Dharma is collective responsibility: victory and protection of righteousness depend on many who offer their strength and courage.

What is the narrative situation?

A recounting of the major allies who fought fiercely, emphasizing the breadth of support for Rāma’s cause.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courage and cooperative service (sahakāra) in a righteous war.