Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – The splendor of the sacred Himalayas which is the abode of austerities and Tapasya – Maharishi Narada’s visit to Himavan

Chapter – 65– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – The splendor of the sacred Himalayas which is the abode of austerities and Tapasya – Maharishi Narada’s visit to Himavan

Mount Himalaya is one of the flourished lands with rich natural and mineral wealth has become the center point of austerities and Tapasya. This is one of the auspicious lands enriched with the cluster of divine trees of Thamala, Peepal, Vatavruksha, Banyan, Palasha, fig, berry, etc. plants and trees loaded with fruits and flowers of rich fragrances, cluster of creepers and varieties of flowers of rich fragrances, and several beautiful ponds, streams, and rivers brimming with crystal clear water which is the dwelling place of different species of birds and animals, the several peaks and mountains were the store house of precious gems and stones. All the sacred rivers that originated from the beautiful hills of the Himalayas became the living source for the humans, Rakshasa, animals, and birds in complete harmony. Devi Girija grew up in the beautiful surroundings of utmost serenity like the Devi Bhakti sprang upon the face of devotees. The palace of Himavan filled in extreme delight in the presence of Jagadamba, Jagathjanani was sung in praise by Lord Bhrama. Maharishi Narada was one of the regular visitors to the palace of Himavan, and preceptor of Devi Girija, received with great honor, washing his feet, offering seat and fruits. Mount Himavan prostrate before the illustrious Sage Narada, with his family, reverentially sprinkled the water used to wash the feet of Maharishi. Himavan placed Devi Girija at the lotus feet of the Sage in the early years of childhood and introduced her as the symbol of his welfare, and happiness.

 

Sadha Suman Phala Sahitha Sab Dhruma Nava Nana Jathi | Pragati Sundhar Saila Par Mani Aakar Bahu Bhanthi ||

Saritha Sab Puneetha Jalu Bahahi | Khaga Mriga Madhupa Sukhi Sab Rahahi || Sahaja Bayaru Sab Jeevanha Thyaga | Giri Par Sakala Karahi Anuraga || Soha Saila Girija Griha Aya | Jimi Janu Ramabhagathi Ke  Paya || Nitha Noothan Mangala Griha Thasu | Bhramadhika Gavahi Jasu Jasu || Naradha Samachar Sab Paya | Kauthukahi Giri Geha Geha Sidhaye || Sailaraja Bada Aadhar Keenha | Padha Pakhari Bar  Aasanu Dheenha|| Nari  Sahitha Muni Padha Siru Nava | Charana Salila Sabu Bhavanu Sichava || Nija Saubhagya Bahuth Giri Barana| Sutha Boli Meli Muni Charana ||