Shloka 6.70.12

त्रिशिरा–देवान्तक–महोदर–मत्त (महापार्श्व) वधः | Slaying of Trisira, Devantaka, Mahodara, and Matta (Mahaparsva)

Devanagari script

सत्रिभिर्नैरृतश्रेष्ठैर्युगतपत्समभिद्रुतः ।न विव्यथेमहातेजावालिपुत्रःप्रतापवान् ।।।।

Transliteration

sa tribhir nairṛtaśreṣṭhair yugapat samabhidrutaḥ | na vivyathe mahātejā vāliputraḥ pratāpavān ||

Translation

Though attacked all at once by three of the foremost Rākṣasas, the radiant and valiant son of Vāli did not waver.

Context

Eminent and highly energetic son of Vali did not feel perturbed when three of the foremost Rakshasas attacked him together.

Characters & Entities

• Aṅgada (Vāliputra)
• Rākṣasas (three foremost attackers)

FAQs

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

Steadfastness in a righteous cause: Dharma is upheld through courage and endurance when confronted by overwhelming force.

What is the narrative situation?

Aṅgada is simultaneously attacked by multiple elite Rākṣasa warriors during the battle.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vīrya and dhṛti—valor and fortitude—Aṅgada remains unshaken despite coordinated assault.