Shloka 6.97.35

सप्तनवतितमः सर्गः (Yuddha Kāṇḍa 97): Sugrīva’s Onslaught and the Fall of Virūpākṣa

Devanagari script

तथातुतौसंम्यतिसम्प्रयुक्तौ ।तरस्विनौवानरराक्षसानाम् ।।।।

Transliteration

sugrīvas tān kapīn dṛṣṭvā bhagnān vidrāvitān raṇe |

gulme suṣeṇaṃ nikṣipya cakre yuddhe 'dbhutaṃ manaḥ ||

Translation

Seeing those vānaras broken and driven back in battle, Sugrīva stationed Suṣeṇa to steady and protect the troop, and then turned his mind to a bold and wondrous course of action in the fight.

Context

Thus, both close to each other, both redoubtable armies, of Vanaras and Rakshasas, both powerful and terrific, both mighty, roared as if the great ocean had burst.

Characters & Entities

• Sugrīva
• Suṣeṇa
• Vānaras

FAQs

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

Dharma as leadership-duty: a ruler/commander safeguards weakened allies first, ensuring protection and order before pursuing personal glory.

What is the narrative situation?

Sugrīva notices vānaras routed by enemy pressure; he reorganizes by appointing Suṣeṇa for defense and then re-enters the fight decisively.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Responsible leadership and compassion—Sugrīva prioritizes the safety of his fighters while maintaining battlefield initiative.