03.276
Markandeya said.
O mighty-armed one, thus indeed, by Rāma of immeasurable splendor, this very severe calamity caused by dwelling in the forest was incurred previously. (03-276-1)
Do not grieve, O tiger among men; you are a kṣatriya, O tormentor of enemies. Relying on the strength of your arms, you stand firmly resolved upon your path. (03-276-2)
Truly, not even the slightest fault is seen in you; on this path, even the gods and asuras along with Indra would lose heart. (03-276-3)
When they joined forces, Vṛtra was slain by the Maruts and by Indra (wielder of the thunderbolt); Namuci, Durdharṣa, Dīrghajihvā, and the demoness were also destroyed. (3-276-4)
With a good ally, all objectives are well established in every way. What can remain unconquered in battle for one whose brother is Arjuna? (03-276-5)
Here is Bhima, the best among the strong, of terrible prowess; and the two young, great bowmen, the twin sons of Mādravatī. With such allies, why do you despair, O scorcher of enemies? (03-276-6)
Just as those bearers of the thunderbolt defeat armies together with the hosts of Maruts, so too, you, aided by these great bowmen and helpers of godlike form, will conquer all your enemies in battle, O bull among the Bharatas. (03-276-7)
And from here, see this—taken away by that wicked and powerful Sindhu prince, drunk with strength, with the aid of these great-souled ones. (03-276-8)
Having brought Draupadī Kṛṣṇā after performing a very difficult deed, and having conquered King Jayadratha, (he was) brought under control. (03-276-9)
Sītā was restored by the unaided Rāma after he slew Rāvaṇa, the ten-necked demon of fearsome valor, in battle. (03-276-10)
O king, reflect with wisdom on this: whose friends are monkeys, bears, and hyenas—creatures belonging to other species. (03-276-11)
Therefore, O tiger among the Kurus, do not grieve, O bull among the Bharatas. Truly, great-souled persons like you do not lament, O subduer of enemies. (03-276-12)
Vaiśampāyana said;
Thus consoled by the wise Mārkaṇḍeya, the king, having given up his sorrow and not being dispirited in spirit, again spoke these words. (03-276-13)
