Shloka 6.96.39

युद्धाय रावणस्य निर्याणं तथा उत्पातदर्शनम् (Ravana’s Mobilization for War and the ظهور of Fatal Portents)

Devanagari script

तेषांतुरथघोषेणराक्षसानांमहात्मनाम् ।वानराणामपिचमूर्युद्धायैवाभ्यवर्तत ।।6.96.39।।

Transliteration

teṣāṁ tu ratha-ghoṣeṇa rākṣasānāṁ mahātmanām |

vānarāṇām api ca mūr yuddhāyaivābhyavartata ||6.96.39||

Translation

At the thunder of the rākṣasas’ chariots, the vānaras’ host also moved forward, arraying itself for battle.

Context

The Vanaras stood facing the great sound of Rakshasa troops, on hearing the sounds of chariots for the sake of battle.

Characters & Entities

• rākṣasa troops
• vānaras (monkey army)
• ratha (chariots)

FAQs

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

Dharma as duty (svadharma) is shown through readiness to protect righteousness: the vānaras respond in disciplined solidarity when threatened.

What is the narrative situation?

As the rākṣasa forces approach with chariots, the vānaras advance and take positions, signaling the battle’s immediate beginning.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Courage and commitment to a righteous cause—standing firm and moving forward together rather than scattering in fear.