Shloka 6.92.4

युद्धकाण्डे द्विनवतितमः सर्गः — Indrajit’s Fall, Rama’s Embrace, and Sushena’s Battlefield Healing

Devanagari script

ततोराममभिक्रम्यसौमित्रिरभिवाद्य च ।तस्थौभ्रातृसमीपस्थःशक्रस्येन्द्रानुजोयथा ।।।।

Transliteration

vibhīṣaṇa-mukhānāṃ ca suhṛdāṃ rāghavājñayā |

sarva-vānara-mukhyānāṃ cikitsāṃ akarot tadā ||

Translation

Then, by Rāghava’s command, treatment was given to Vibhīṣaṇa and the other friends, and to all the foremost among the Vānaras.

Context

Thereafter Saumithri went close to Rama and offered prayers, like Indra's brother Upendra and stood close to his brother.

Characters & Entities

• Rama (Raghava)
• Vibhishana
• Vanara leaders
• Allies (friends)

FAQs

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

Rāja-dharma (the duty of leadership): Rāma ensures the welfare of allies and soldiers, showing that righteous leadership includes care, protection, and timely healing.

What is the narrative situation?

After Lakṣmaṇa’s recovery, Rāma commands that medical care be extended to Vibhīṣaṇa, friends, and the chief Vānaras.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Compassionate governance—Rāma’s concern extends beyond himself to the entire allied force.