Shloka 6.70.13

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

Devanagari script

स वेगवान्महावेगंकृत्वापरमदुर्जयः ।तलेनभृशमुत्पत्यजघानास्यमहागजम् ।।।।

Transliteration

sa vegavān mahāvegaṃ kṛtvā paramadurjayaḥ | talena bhṛśam utpatya jaghānāsya mahāgajam ||

Translation

Then the swift Aṅgada—hard to overcome—gathered tremendous momentum, leapt up with force, and struck down his great elephant with a crushing blow.

Context

Angada, who was endowed with high speed, and exceedingly difficult to encounter, jumped up the huge elephant of Mahodara attacked him.

Characters & Entities

• Aṅgada
• Mahodara
• Elephant (mahāgaja)

FAQs

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

Courage joined with capability in defense of Dharma: righteous warriors respond decisively to protect their side and prevent further harm.

What is the narrative situation?

After enduring attacks, Aṅgada launches a powerful counterstrike against Mahodara’s elephant.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Heroic initiative and strength (śaurya): Aṅgada turns defense into decisive action.