Shloka 6.79.8

मकराक्षवधः (The Slaying of Makarākṣa)

Devanagari script

विद्रवत्सुतदातेषुवानरेषुसमन्ततः ।रामस्तान्वारमायासशरवर्षेणराक्षसान् ।।।।

Transliteration

vidravatsu tadā teṣu vānarēṣu samantataḥ | rāmas tān vārayāmāsa śaravarṣeṇa rākṣasān ||

Translation

Then, as the vānaras scattered in flight on every side, Rāma checked the rākṣasas with a rain of arrows.

Context

Thereafter, seeing the Vanaras running all over, Rama stopped the Rakshasas by rain of arrows.

Characters & Entities

• Rāma
• Vānaras
• Rākṣasas

FAQs

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

Dharma as royal duty: the righteous leader protects allies and restores order when panic spreads, using force proportionately to stop wrongdoing.

What is the narrative situation?

As the vānaras begin to flee, Rama intervenes decisively, halting the rākṣasas with sustained archery.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s protective leadership—steadfastness, presence of mind, and commitment to safeguarding those under his charge.