Shloka 6.85.35

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

Devanagari script

भीषणेनसहितोराजपुत्रःप्रतापवान् ।अङ्गदेन च वीरेणतथानिलसुतेन च ।।6.85.35।।

Transliteration

vibhīṣaṇena sahito rājaputraḥ pratāpavān |

aṅgadena ca vīreṇa tathā nīla-sutena ca ||6.85.35||

Translation

The valiant prince stood accompanied by Vibhīṣaṇa, by the hero Aṅgada, and likewise by Nīla’s son—Hanumān, the son of the Wind.

Context

Accompanied by Vibheeshana, and also hero Angada, so also the son of fire god, Hanuman, Lakshmana stood together.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Vibhīṣaṇa
• Aṅgada
• Hanumān (Vāyuputra; implied)
• Nīla (as a name appearing in the compound)

FAQs

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

Dharma is strengthened through righteous companionship—those committed to truth unite to confront adharma.

What is the narrative situation?

Lakṣmaṇa is shown supported by principal allies (Vibhīṣaṇa, Aṅgada, and Hanumān) as he prepares for the critical encounter.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Camaraderie in service of justice—trusted allies share the burden of a righteous mission.