Shloka 6.99.22

Mahāpārśva-vadhaḥ — The Slaying of Mahāpārśva (Angada’s Counterstrike)

Devanagari script

तेनतस्यनिपातेनराक्षसस्यमहामृधे ।।।।पफालहृदयंचास्य स पपातहतोभुवि ।

Transliteration

nirīkṣya balam udvignam aṅgado rākṣasārditam | vegaṃ cakre mahāvego mahābāhuḥ samudra iva parvaṇi ||

Translation

Seeing the army distressed under the rākṣasa’s attack, mighty-armed Angada surged forth with great speed—like the ocean swelling on the day of the full moon.

Context

In that great conflict, struck by the fist, the Rakshasa (Mahaparsva's) heart broke and killed and fell on the ground.

Characters & Entities

• Angada
• Vānaras
• Rākṣasa (Mahāpārśva by context)

FAQs

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

Protective responsibility: a leader upholds dharma by defending allies and restoring courage when the community is shaken.

What is the narrative situation?

With the vānaras demoralized, Angada steps forward decisively to counter Mahāpārśva.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Leadership through courage and timely action—Angada’s initiative and steadfastness.