Shloka 6.90.47

इन्द्रजित्-लक्ष्मणयुद्धम् तथा वानरप्रोत्साहनम् (Indrajit–Lakshmana Battle and the Rallying of the Vanaras)

Devanagari script

विषण्णवदनंदृष्टवाराक्षसंहरियूथपाः ।।।।ततःपरमसम्हृष्टालक्ष्मणंचाभ्यपूजयन् ।

Transliteration

viṣaṇṇavadanaṃ dṛṣṭvā rākṣasaṃ hariyūthapāḥ | tataḥ paramasaṃhṛṣṭā lakṣmaṇaṃ cābhyapūjayan ||

Translation

Seeing the rākṣasa’s face cast down in dejection, the leaders of the monkey-host rejoiced greatly and acclaimed Lakṣmaṇa.

Context

The Vanara leaders were joyful upon seeing the worried face of the Rakshasa and acclaimed Lakshmana.

Characters & Entities

• Lakṣmaṇa
• Vanara leaders (hariyūthapāḥ)
• Indrajit / rākṣasa (implied)

FAQs

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

It affirms communal dharma: allies support and honor righteous effort. Public recognition strengthens morale and sustains collective commitment to a just objective.

What is the narrative situation?

The vanara commanders observe the enemy’s dejection and celebrate Lakṣmaṇa’s effectiveness.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Solidarity and gratitude—acknowledging merit in a dharmic alliance.