Shloka 6.63.29

कुम्भकर्णोपदेशः — Kumbhakarna’s Counsel and War-Boast to Ravana

Devanagari script

अतीवहिसमालक्ष्यभ्रातरंक्षुभितेन्द्रियम् ।।6.63.29।।कुम्भकर्णश्शनैर्वाक्यंबभाषेपरिसान्त्वयन् ।

Transliteration

atīva hi samālakṣya bhrātaraṃ kṣubhitendriyam || 6.63.29 || kumbhakarṇaḥ śanair vākyaṃ babhāṣe parisāntvayan |

Translation

Noticing that his brother’s senses were deeply disturbed, Kumbhakarṇa—seeking to soothe him—spoke gently and without haste.

Context

Sensing that Ravana is disturbed very much, Kumbhakarna taking hold of the brother and consoling him slowly said these words.

Characters & Entities

• Kumbhakarṇa
• Rāvaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma in family life includes compassionate correction: calming a disturbed mind is a prerequisite for truthful and beneficial counsel.

What is the narrative situation?

Kumbhakarṇa perceives Rāvaṇa’s agitation and prepares to advise him in a soothing manner.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Empathy and steadiness—recognizing emotional turmoil and responding supportively.