Shloka 6.85.20

निकुम्भिला-यज्ञविघ्नः — Vibhishana’s Counsel and Lakshmana’s March to Nikumbhila

Devanagari script

राघवस्तुरिपोर्ज्ञात्वामायावीर्यंदुरात्मनः ।लक्ष्मणंकीर्तिसम्पन्नमिदंवचनमब्रवीत् ।।6.85.20।।

Transliteration

rāghavas tu ripor jñātvā māyāvīryaṃ durātmanaḥ |

lakṣmaṇaṃ kīrtisampannam idaṃ vacanam abravīt ||6.85.20||

Translation

But Rāghava, knowing the wicked foe’s might in illusion, spoke these words to Lakṣmaṇa, renowned for fame and noble deeds.

Context

Knowing the wicked-minded enemy of conjuring valour, Rama spoke as follows to Lakshmana, richly endowed with fame (of winning wars).

Characters & Entities

• Rāma (Rāghava)
• Lakṣmaṇa
• Enemy (unnamed here; contextually Rāvaṇi/Indrajit)

FAQs

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

Dharma aligned with satya: righteous strategy begins with accurate knowledge of the opponent; moral action is strengthened by clear-eyed truth.

What is the narrative situation?

Rāma prepares Lakṣmaṇa with informed counsel about an enemy skilled in deceptive warfare.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rāma’s responsible leadership and Lakṣmaṇa’s readiness as a celebrated warrior.