Shloka 6.76.45

युद्धे अङ्गद-मैन्द-द्विविद-राक्षसयुद्धम्; कुम्भस्य प्रादुर्भावः तथा सुग्रीवेण पराभवः (Sarga 76: Angada and the Vanara chiefs battle Kampana, Prajaṅgha, Yūpākṣa, Śoṇitākṣa; Kumbha enters and is checked by Sugrīva)

Devanagari script

स तुतेनप्रहारेणमैन्दोवानरयूथपः ।मर्मण्यभिहतस्तेनपपा त भुविमूर्छितः ।।।।

Transliteration

sa tu tena prahāreṇa maindo vānarayūthapaḥ |

marmaṇy abhihatas tena papāta bhuvi mūrchitaḥ ||

Translation

But Mainda, leader of the Vānara troop, struck by that blow upon a vital spot, fell to the earth senseless.

Context

That blow hit the Vanara leader in his private parts, and Mainda lost consciousness and fell down.

Characters & Entities

• Mainda
• Kumbha (implied as attacker)

FAQs

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

It underscores the gravity of conflict: even the strong can fall. Dharma-oriented reflection recognizes the human (and heroic) vulnerability within war.

What is the narrative situation?

After being hit at a vital point, Mainda loses consciousness and collapses on the battlefield.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Endurance tested—Mainda’s leadership is shown by his presence in the front lines, even though he is overcome by injury.