Character
Shatrughna: FAQ & Sources
शत्रुघ्नYoungest brother of Rama; twin of Lakshmana. Also called Slayer of enemies | Son of Sumitra | Companion of Bharata.
Shatrughna was the youngest of Rama's brothers and twin of Lakshmana, the quiet, loyal prince who served Bharata, punished the schemer Manthara, and slew the demon Lavanasura, founding Mathura.
RoleYoungest brother of Rama; twin of Lakshmana
AllegianceAyodhya; Ikshvaku dynasty
Appears inRamayana
Frequently asked questions
Who was Shatrughna?
The youngest of Rama's four brothers, twin of Lakshmana and son of Sumitra, devoted companion of Bharata.
Whom did Shatrughna serve?
Bharata — he stayed with him at Nandigram through Rama's exile, as Lakshmana served Rama.
What demon did Shatrughna kill?
Lavanasura, who terrorised Madhuvana; Shatrughna slew him and founded the city of Mathura there.
What does the name Shatrughna mean?
'Slayer of enemies'.
Who was Shatrughna's twin?
Lakshmana; both were sons of Queen Sumitra.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Bala and Uttara Kanda
- Tulsidas, Ramcharitmanas
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