Of Ráma unapproached in might.

The spouse of Raghu's son, confessed

Lion of men with lion chest,—

Dearer than life, through good and ill

Devoted to her husband's will,

The slender-waisted, still must be

From thy polluting touches free.

Far better grasp with venturous hand

The flame to wildest fury fanned.

What, King of giants, canst thou gain