Ramayana — Bala Kanda, Sarga 32, Shloka 18
कुशवंशवर्णनम्
The Line of Kuśa and the Disfigurement of Kuśanābha’s Daughters by Vāyu
तस्य तद्वचनं श्रुत्वा वायोरक्लिष्टकर्मण:।अपहास्य ततो वाक्यं कन्याशतमथाब्रवीत् ।।।।
tasya tad vacanaṃ śrutvā vāyor akliṣṭakarmaṇaḥ |
apahāsya tato vākyaṃ kanyāśatam athābravīt || 1.32.18 ||
Ao ouvirem aquelas palavras de Vāyu, incansável em suas ações, as cem donzelas zombaram de seu discurso e então responderam.
"O best among devatas! you move within all living beings, we feel your impact. Why do you insult us?
FAQs
The beginning of resistance to unrighteous pressure: dharma includes protecting one’s integrity and refusing coercive or improper proposals, even when made by a powerful being.
After Vāyu’s proposal and promises, the maidens respond collectively, first dismissing his attempt.
Courage and solidarity—answering as a group—along with firmness in guarding chastity and rightful conduct.