Shloka 30
अतिकायवधः
The Slaying of Atikāya
यस्यबाहूसमाश्रित्यलङ्कावसतिनिर्भया ।तनयंधान्यमालिन्याअतिकायमिमंविदुः ।।।।
yasya bāhū samāśritya laṅkā vasati nirbhayā | tanayaṃ dhānyamālinyāḥ atikāyam imaṃ viduḥ ||
Ketahuilah dia ialah Atikāya, putera Dhānyamālinī—pada lengannya Laṅkā berlindung dan tinggal tanpa gentar.
"He is known as Atikaya, son of Dhanyamalini. Lanka remains fearless on his shoulders, you may know."
FAQs
The verse highlights the duty of discernment in war: leaders must recognize formidable threats accurately so that righteous action (protecting one’s allies and the innocent) can be taken without delay.
A knowledgeable ally identifies Atikāya to Rāma’s side, emphasizing that Laṅkā feels secure under his protection.
Prudence and truthful counsel—giving clear identification of an opponent so the righteous side can respond wisely.