Shloka 6.85.36

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

Devanagari script

राघवस्य वचः श्रुत्वा वाक्यं वाक्यविशारदः ।

यत्तत् पुनरिदं वाक्यं बभाषे स विभीषणः ॥6.85.4॥

Transliteration

rāghavasya vacaḥ śrutvā vākyaṁ vākyaviśāradaḥ | yat tat punar idaṁ vākyaṁ babhāṣe sa vibhīṣaṇaḥ || 6.85.4 ||

Translation

Having heard Rāghava’s words, Vibhīṣaṇa—skilled in well-chosen speech—again spoke these words in reply.

Context

Lakshmana entered the crowded army resplendent with spotless weapons, countless posts, huge chariots of frightening speed, as one would enter a veil of darkness.।। ityārṣēvālmīkīyēśrīmadrāmāyaṇēadikavyēyuddhakāṇḍēpañcāśītitamassargaḥ ।।This is the end of the eighty fifth sarga of Yuddha Kanda of the first epic the holy Ramayana composed by sage Valmiki.

Characters & Entities

• Rāghava (Rāma)
• Vibhīṣaṇa

FAQs

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

Dharma here is expressed as responsible counsel: speaking appropriately, truthfully, and usefully at the right moment to support righteous action.

What is the narrative situation?

After hearing Rāma, Vibhīṣaṇa responds, continuing strategic and moral guidance in the midst of the war preparations.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Vibhīṣaṇa’s prudence and integrity—he uses skillful speech in service of a righteous cause.