Shloka 6.73.2

इन्द्रजितः ब्रह्मास्त्र-यागः तथा वानरसेनाविध्वंसः (Indrajit’s Brahmastra Rite and the Crushing of the Vanara Host)

Devanagari script

ततोहतांस्तान् सहसानिशम्यराजामुमोहपरिप्लुताक्षः ।पुत्रक्षयंभ्रातृवधं च घोरंविचिन्त्यराजाविपुलंप्रदध्यौ ।।।।

Transliteration

tas tv indrajitā laṅkā sūryapratimatejasā | rarājāprativīryeṇa dyaur ivārkeṇa bhāsvatā ||

Translation

Then Laṅkā shone with Indrajit—radiant like the sun and unmatched in valor—just as the sky shines with the blazing sun.

Context

There upon the king, getting to know suddenly about the dreadful killing of his son and brother lost his senses. His eyes were filled with tears, and he was thinking seriously.

Characters & Entities

• Indrajit
• Laṅkā
• Sūrya (Sun)

FAQs

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

The epic often depicts brilliance and power vividly, but dharma evaluates such radiance by its alignment with righteousness—splendor alone is not moral proof.

What is the narrative situation?

Indrajit’s presence and preparation for battle are portrayed as making Laṅkā appear resplendent.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Heroic energy and fearsome prowess (vīrya/tejas) are emphasized as Indrajit’s defining traits.