Shloka 6.72.15

अतिकायवधश्रवणं रावणस्य लङ्कारक्षाविधानम् (Ravana’s Reaction to Atikaya’s Death and the Fortification Orders for Lanka)

Devanagari script

प्रदोषेवार्धरात्रेवाप्रत्यूषेवापिसर्वत ।।6.72.14।।नावज्ञातेषुकर्तव्यावानरेषुकदाचन ।द्विषतांबलमुद्युक्तमापतकतिंस्थितंसदा ।।6.72.15।।

Transliteration

pradoṣe vārdharātre vā pratyuṣe vāpi sarvataḥ | nāvajñā teṣu kartavyā vānar eṣu kadācana | dviṣatāṃ balam udyuktaṃ āpatatiṃ sthitaṃ sadā ||

Translation

At dusk, at midnight, or at dawn—at all times—do not ever be negligent concerning the Vānaras; let the opposing force remain continually prepared, whether standing fast or moving to counter an advance.

Context

" At all times, whether it is evening or midnight or early morning, Vanaras movements are to be watched by the army without indifference. Indeed, the army should be active or inactive, standing, advancing constantly and staying wherever they are."

Characters & Entities

• Rāvaṇa
• Vānaras

FAQs

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

This reiterates the dharma of vigilance: leaders and sentries must not lapse into carelessness, especially in times of crisis.

What is the narrative situation?

A duplicated/variant transmission in the Southern Recension repeats the vigilance order, underscoring its urgency in Laṅkā’s defense.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Steadfastness in duty (niṣṭhā) and alert preparedness.