Shloka 6.54.28

वज्रदंष्ट्रवधः — The Slaying of Vajradaṃṣṭra (Angada’s Duel)

Devanagari script

रुधिरोद्गारिणौतौतुप्रहारैर्जनितश्रमौ ।।6.54.28।।बभूवतुस्सुविक्रान्तावङ्गारकबुधाविव ।

Transliteration

rudhirodgāriṇau tau tu prahārair janitaśramau |

babhūvatus suvikrāntāv aṅgārakabudhāv iva |

Translation

Both, spitting blood and wearied by the blows, still stood as mighty warriors—like Aṅgāraka and Budha locked in conflict.

Context

Exhausted by strain both very valiant fought like planets Angaraka and Budha and spit out blood.

Characters & Entities

• Angada
• Vajradaṁṣṭra
• Aṅgāraka (Mars)
• Budha (Mercury)

FAQs

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

The verse underscores satya about human limits: even the brave bleed and tire. Dharma includes realism—courage is not denial of pain but perseverance amid it.

What is the narrative situation?

After heavy exchanges, both fighters are wounded and exhausted, yet continue with great valor.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Titikṣā (endurance) paired with vīrya (heroic strength).