Shloka 6.70.26

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

Devanagari script

मुष्टिनिष्पिष्टविभिन्नमूर्धानिर्वान्तदन्ताक्षिविलम्बिजिव्वाः ।देवान्तकोराक्षसराजसूनुर्गतासुरुत्व्यांसहसापपात ।।।।

Transliteration

muṣṭiniṣpiṣṭavibhinnamūrdhā nirvāntadantākṣivilambijihvāḥ |

devāntako rākṣasarājasūnur gatāsur urvyāṃ sahasā papāta ||

Translation

With his skull shattered by the fist-blow—his teeth, eyes, and tongue forced out—Devāntaka, the son of the rākṣasa-king, fell at once upon the earth, lifeless.

Context

Devanthaka's skull was shattered by the blow, and his teeth, eyes and tongue were forced out, the son of Rakshasa king fell dead on the ground.

Characters & Entities

• Devanthaka
• Rākṣasa-king (as lineage reference)
• Earth (urvī)

FAQs

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

The verse underscores the inexorable consequence of adharmic aggression in war: those who uphold terror and injustice meet a swift fall when confronted by rightful resistance.

What is the narrative situation?

Immediately after Hanumān’s strike, Devanthaka dies and collapses on the battlefield.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Kṛtaniścaya (decisive resolve) in battle—Hanumān’s action is final and effective, reflecting unwavering commitment to the mission.