Shloka 6.80.14

इन्द्रजितो यज्ञानुष्ठानं अन्तर्धानं च (Indrajit’s Rite and the Invisible Assault)

Devanagari script

जाम्बूनदमहाकम्बुर्दीप्तपावकसन्निभः ।बभूवेन्द्रजितःकेतुर्वैदूर्यसमलङ्कृतः ।।।।

Transliteration

jāmbūnada-mahākambur dīpta-pāvaka-sannibhaḥ | babhūvendrajitaḥ ketur vaidūrya-samalaṅkṛtaḥ ||6.80.14||

Translation

Indrajit’s standard blazed like a raging fire, adorned with great golden ornaments and set with vaidūrya gems.

Context

Like flaming fire in appearance, the chariot was provided with rings of gold, the standard of the chariot was adorned with gems of Vydurya.

Characters & Entities

• Indrajit
• banner/standard (ketu)
• gold (jāmbūnada)
• vaidūrya gem

FAQs

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

Symbols of power (banners, wealth, brilliance) can inspire fear and loyalty, but Dharma evaluates leadership by truthfulness and protection of the innocent—not by spectacle.

What is the narrative situation?

The poem continues describing Indrajit’s war-gear, focusing on the chariot’s blazing standard and jeweled adornment.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Commanding presence—projecting authority and confidence through martial insignia.