Shloka 6.53.12

युद्धकाण्डे त्रिपञ्चाशः सर्गः — धूम्राक्षवधश्रवणं, वज्रदंष्ट्रप्रेषणं, अङ्गद-राक्षसयुद्धम् (Ravana Dispatches Vajradamshtra; Portents and Angada’s Assault)

Devanagari script

तद्राक्षसबलंसर्वंविप्रस्थितमशोभत ।प्रावृटकालेयथामेघानर्दमानास्सविद्युतः ।।।।निस्सृतादक्षिणद्वारादङ्गदोयत्रयूथपः ।

Transliteration

tad rākṣasabalaṃ sarvaṃ viprasthitam aśobhata |

prāvṛṭkāle yathā meghā nardamānāḥ savidyutaḥ ||

niḥsṛtād dakṣiṇadvārād aṅgado yatra yūthapaḥ |

Translation

Then the entire host of the Rākṣasas, setting forth in full array, shone splendid—like thunderous monsoon clouds lit by lightning. They poured out through the southern gate, where Aṅgada, leader of the Vānaras, was stationed.

Context

Then the entire Rakshasa army determined with a purpose roaring like clouds of the rainy season it looked splendid and crossed over the southern gate where Angada was stationed.

Characters & Entities

• Rākṣasa army
• Southern gate (dakṣiṇa-dvāra)
• Aṅgada

FAQs

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

Dharma in warfare includes vigilance and rightful defense: Aṅgada’s stationing at the gate reflects duty-bound protection against aggression.

What is the narrative situation?

The Rākṣasa army exits the city through the southern gate, moving toward the Vānara forces; Aṅgada is positioned there to meet them.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Steadfastness and readiness in service (kartavya-niṣṭhā) are emphasized through Aṅgada’s guarding role.