Shloka 6.52.2

धूम्राक्षवधः (The Slaying of Dhumrākṣa)

Devanagari script

तेषांसुतुमुलंयुद्धंसञ्जज्ञेकपिरक्षसाम् ।अन्योन्यंपादपैर्घोरंनिघ्नतांशूलमुद्गरैः ।।6.52.2।।

Transliteration

prāsaiḥ pramathitāḥ kecid vānarāḥ śoṇitasravāḥ | mudgarair āhatāḥ kecit pātitā dharaṇītale ||6.52.19||

Translation

Some Vanaras, mangled by spears, streamed with blood; others, struck by clubs, fell upon the ground.

Context

Tumultuous war took place between Vanaras and Rakshasas, striking one another, monkeys with terrible trees and Rakshasas with tridents and clubs.

Characters & Entities

• Vānara (Vanaras)

FAQs

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

It highlights the grave cost borne by those who uphold a righteous cause—dharma is not sentimental; it demands endurance and sacrifice in the face of suffering.

What is the narrative situation?

The combat becomes lethal: Vanaras suffer serious wounds from spear-thrusts and heavy blows, with many collapsing on the battlefield.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kṣānti (forbearance) and dhairya (steadfastness) implied through the Vanaras’ continued participation despite injuries.