Shloka 6.70.6

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

Devanagari script

देवान्तकायतंवीरच्शिक्षेपसहसाङ्गदः ।महावृक्षंमहाशाखंशक्रोदीप्तमिवाशनिम् ।।।।

Transliteration

devāntakāya taṃ vīraś cikṣepa sahasāṅgadaḥ |

mahāvṛkṣaṃ mahāśākhaṃ śakro dīptam ivāśanim ||6.70.06||

Translation

Angada, the hero, hurled at Devāntaka a huge tree with mighty branches—like Indra casting a blazing thunderbolt.

Context

Just as Indra took a flaming thunderbolt, Angada, the hero took hold of huge branches of trees and hurled at Devanthaka with force.

Characters & Entities

• Angada
• Devāntaka
• Indra (Śakra)
• aśani (thunderbolt)
• mahāvṛkṣa (great tree)

FAQs

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

Protective heroism is central: Angada uses his strength in service of the righteous cause, illustrating duty-bound valor rather than self-serving violence.

What is the narrative situation?

In a parallel duel within the same battle chapter, Angada attacks Devāntaka by hurling a massive tree.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Strength directed by purpose—heroic initiative and fearlessness in combat.