Shloka 6.61.24

कुम्भकर्णदर्शनम् — The Appearance of Kumbhakarna and the Account of His Might

Devanagari script

ध्रुवंलोकविनाशायपौलस्त्येनासिनिर्मितः ।तस्मात्त्वमद्यप्रभृतिमृतकल्पःशयिष्यसे ।।6.61.24।।

Transliteration

dhruvaṁ loka-vināśāya paulastyenāsi nirmitaḥ | tasmāt tvam adya-prabhṛti mṛta-kalpaḥ śayiṣyase ||

Translation

Surely you have been brought forth by Paulastya for the ruin of the world. Therefore, from this day onward, you shall lie sleeping as though dead.

Context

"Surely you are begotten by Paulastya for the destruction of the universe. Therefore, remain sleeping like a dead one from today, ' said Brahma and cursed him."

Characters & Entities

• Brahmā
• Kumbhakarṇa
• Paulastya

FAQs

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

When a being becomes a threat to all life, Dharma authorizes restraint for the protection of the world; punishment is framed as safeguarding cosmic order.

What is the narrative situation?

Brahmā addresses Kumbhakarṇa directly and imposes a curse-like restraint: prolonged sleep.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Protective justice: Brahmā acts to prevent large-scale harm, prioritizing the welfare of the world.