Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha meets Rama at his bedside and regains cheerfulness

 

Chapter – 44– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha meets Rama at his bedside and regains cheerfulness

 

King Dhasharatha regained his consciousness, remembered Rama, and changed his position on the bed. Sumanthra informed the King about the presence of Rama and advised him to use appropriate words on this occasion. Soon, the King got himself seated on the bed with the help of Sumanthra, recovered from his exhaustion, opened his eyes, and looked at Rama who prostrated before his father. King overwhelmed with various emotions, tightly embraced Rama, as if the serpent regained its precious gem, he looked at Rama, while watching Rama his eyes were flooded with tears, once again overpowered with the grief, could not utter a word, he repeatedly embraced Rama and kissed on his forehead. King heartily prayed to Lord that Rama should not proceed to the woods. He sincerely prayed to Lord Shambhu “Oh! Ashuthoshi, kindly listen to my prayers, you get easily pleased with your devotees, and you are benevolent, kindly relieve me from the distress.”

Gayi Murucha Ramahi Sumiri Nripa Phiri Karavata Leenha | Sachiva Rama Agamana Kahi Binaya Samaya Sama Keenha ||

Avanipa Akani Ramu Pagu  Dhare | Dhari  Dheeraju Thab  Nayana Udhare || Sachiva  Sambhari Rau  Baitare | Charana  Paratha Nripa  Ramu Nihare || Liye  Saneha Bikala Ura Layi | Jau Mani Manahu Panika Phiri Payi || Ramahi Chithayi Raheau Naranahu | Chala Bilochana Bari  Prabhahu || Soka Bibasa  Kacchu  Kahai Na  Para | Hridhaya Lagavath  Barahi Bara || Bidhihi Manava  Rau Mana Mahi | Jehi  Raghunatha Na  Kanana  Jahi || Sumiri Mahesahi Kahayi Nihori | Binathi Sunahu Sadhasiva  Mori|| Asuthosh Thumha  Avadara Dhani|Aarathi Harahu Dheena Janu Jani ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Devi Kausalya speaks pleasantly to Rama

 

Chapter – 43– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Devi Kausalya speaks pleasantly to Rama

 

The words spoken out by Raghuvara were true and appropriate, yet the evil-minded Devi Kaikeyi was not able to absorb them all, like a leech that sloping on the watery surface. The queen rejoiced at heart to understand the willingness of Rama to leave the Kingdom, immediately she assumed a false affection on her face, and began to speak “ Oh! Rama, I feel the affection to you and Bharatha is the cause for the grief of the King. Oh! Dear son, you are the source of delight to your parents and brothers, should not do anything that makes others unhappy. You are true to your words; you have truly adhered to the words of your parents. I wish you should speak to your father, later it should not bring soreness in your relationship with him. Oh! Rama, your father is righteous and truthful, that was the reason he has achieved you as his son.” The affectionate words rushed out of the mouth of Devi Kaikeyi resembled the sacred river Gaya, on the cursed land of Magdha.  The sweet words adopted by Devi Kaikeyi were sounded pleasant to Rama, like all the watercourses confluence in the sacred river Ganga.

Sahaja Sarala Raghubara Bachana Kumathi Kutila  Kari Jana | Chalayi Joka  Jala  Bakragathi Jadhdhyapi Salilu Samana ||

Rahasi Rani Rama Rukha Payi | Boli Kapata  Sanehu Janayi || Sapatha Thumhara Bharatha Kai Ana | Hethu Na Dhoosara Mei Kacchu Jana || Thumha Aparadha Jogu Nahi Thatha | Janani Janaka Bandhu Sukhadhatha || Rama Sathya  Sabu Jo Kacchu Kahahu | Thumha Pithu Mathu Bachana  Ratha  Ahahu || Pithahi Bujjayi Kahahu Bali Soyi | Chauthepana Jehi  Ajasu Na Hoyi || Thumha Sama  Suana  Sukritha Jehi  Dheenhe | Uchitha Na  Thasu Niradharu Keenhe || Lagahi Kumukha Bachana  Subha Kaise | Magaha Gayadhika  Theeratha Jaise || Ramahi Mathu Bachana  Sab Bhaye | Jimi Surasari  Gatha Salila  Suhaye ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Rama reveals his willingness to proceed to the woods and requests Devi Kaikeyi to speak the truth

 

Chapter – 42– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Rama reveals his willingness to proceed to the woods and requests Devi Kaikeyi to speak the truth

 

Rama spoke fervently “Oh! Mother, I shall be able to meet many ascetics and noble souls in the forest, and it would be more beneficial to me. I have my father’s command and mother’s approval to proceed to the forest and live a life of a hermit. Oh! Mother, Bharatha is dear as my life, he will be crowned as the King of Ayodhya, I feel the Almighty Lord is highly propitious towards me today. If I refuse to follow the command of my father, I would be stuck in the middle of fools in the assembly and I will regret it in my entire life. If I leave this opportunity to explore in the woods, it would be like nurturing a plant instead of living in the woods, Oh! Mother, this is one of the rarest opportunities, I should not leave it. I have only one thing that pains me deeply watching the miserable state of my father. Oh! Dear Mother, I can’t bear to see my father grieving over a trifling matter. The Lord of Ayodhya, King Dasaratha is brave, and ocean of goodness, I must have committed a severe sin which prevents the King from speaking his heart out, hence I request you to speak the truth.”

Munigana Milanu Bisehi Bana Sabhi Bhanthi Hitha Mora | Thehi Maha Pithu Ayasu Bahuri Sammatha Janani Thora ||

Bharathu Pranapriya Pavahi Raju | Bidhi Sab Bidhi Mohi  Sanmukha Aaju || Jau Na  Jau Bana Yesehu Kaja | Prathama Gania Mohi Mooda Samaja || Sevahi Aradu Kalpatharu Thyagi | Parihari Amritha Lehi Bishu Magi || Theau Na Payi Asa  Samau Chukahi | Dhekhu Bichari  Mathu  Manmahi || Amba Yek  Dhukhu Mohi Biseshi | Nipata Bikala Naranayaku Dhekhi || Thorihi Bath Pithahi Dhukha Bhari | Hothi Pratheethi Na Mohi Mahathari || Rau  Dheera  Guna  Udhadhi Agadhu | Bha Mohi The  Kacchu Bada  Aparadhu || Jathe  Mohi Na  Kahatha Kacchu Rau | Mori Sapatha  Thehi Kahu Sathi  Bhau ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Rama’s pleasant conversation with Devi Kaikeyi

 

Chapter – 41– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Rama’s pleasant conversation with Devi Kaikeyi

 

Devi Kaikeyi continued “ Oh! Rama, your father is in dilemma, neither he cannot reject the boons promised nor make you unhappy, he is suffering from a deep love for his elder son, and the fear of breaking promises, which was never happened in the race of Raghus. Oh! Rama, all that you can do to remove his mental agony by following his words sincerely, in this way you can restore the happiness in your father.” Devi Kaikeyis words were full of callousness, and pungent that could rip off the heart, her tongue resembled a bow and the spiteful words flew out of her mouth were powerful arrows released against the King as her target, it was the maliciousness in her assumed the form of a hero skilled in archery. Further, Devi Kaikeyi detailed all that happened to Rama and took a seat near him. The Supreme Lord Rama, the Lord of Raghu's who is the ocean of mercy, virtues, and bliss smiled at heart, and spoke most pleasing words to Devi Kaikeyi “Oh! Mother, the son is fortunate who sincerely follows the order of his parents, it is rare to find a son who satisfies his parents by words, deeds, and mind.”

Sutha Sanehu Itha Bachanu Utha  Sankata  Pareau Naresu | Sakahu Tha Ayasu Dharahu Sira Metahu Kadina Kalesu ||

Nidharaka Baiti Kahayi Katu Bani | Sunatha Kadinatha Athi Akulani || Jeeba Kamana Bachana Sara Nana | Manahu Mahipa  Mridhu Laccha Samana || Janu Kadorapanu Dhare  Sareeru | Sikhayi Dhanusha Bidhya  Bara Beeru || Sabu Prasangu Raghupathihi Sunayi| Baiti Manahu Thanudhari Nidurayi || Mana  Musukayi Bhanukula  Bhanu | Ramu Sahaja Anandha Nidhanu || Bole  Bachana Bigatha Sab Dhooshana | Mridhu Manjula Janu Baga  Bibhooshana || Sunu Janani Soyi Suthu Badabhagi | Jo PithuMathu Bachana  Anuragi || Thanaya Mathu Pithu Thosha Nihara | Dhurllabha Janani Sakala Samsara ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Rama enquires the reason for the grief of his father to Devi Kaikeyi

 

Chapter – 40– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Rama enquires the reason for the grief of his father to Devi Kaikeyi

 

The Jewel of Raghu clan/Raghuvamsamani, saw the Lord of  Ayodhya, in a wretched state on the floor, as if the terror-stricken elephant watching at the lioness, his lips were dried, words were not coming out of the throat, the whole limbs were motionless and lack of effulgence, gave out the appearance of the King of serpent without gem on its forehead. Rama saw Devi Kakeyi angrily seated next to the King resembled the death personified, waiting for the final hours of the King. Rama who is bliss personified has never experienced grief or agony, witnessed the same for the first time in his life. The supreme Bhramam personified as Raghuvamsamani, regained serenity and spoke to his step-mother in a soft tone “Oh! Mother, kindly tell me the cause of the grief of my father, so that I can make all effort to remove it.” Devi Kaikeyi spoke vehemently “Oh! Rama, your father is very fond of you and I think that was the main cause for his grief. He has promised me boons several years ago, that I have kept in reserve, now I have claimed the boons as I have desired. Oh! Rama, the reason for your father’s grief is neither he can’t deny the boons I have requested, nor he could displease you.”

Jayi Dheekha  Raghubamsamani Narapathi NipataKusaju | Sahami Pareau Lakhi Sindhinihi Manahu Budhdha Gajaraju ||

Sukhahi Adhara Jarayi Sabu Angu| Manahu Dheena  Maniheena Bhuangu || Sarusha Sameepa Dheekhi Kaikeyi | Manahu Meechu Dhari Gani Leyi || Karunamaya Mridhu Rama Subhau | Prathama Dheekha Dhukhu Suna Na  Kau || Thadhapi Dhari Dhari Samau Bichari | Poochi Madhura  Bachana Mahathari || Mohi Kahu Mathu Thatha Dhukha Karana| Karia Jathana Jehi Hoyi Nivarana || Sunahu Rama Sabu Karana Yehu | Rajahi Thumha Para Bahutha Sanehu || Dhena  Kahenhi Mohi Dhuyi Baradhana | Mageau Jo Kacchu Mohi Sohana || So Suni Bhayau Bhoopa Ura  Sochu | Cchadi Na Sakahi Thumhara  Sakochu ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Sumanthra, the chief of the Minister and Charioteer brings Rama to the chamber of the King

 

Chapter – 39– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Sumanthra, the chief of the Minister and Charioteer  brings Rama to the chamber of the King

 

Devi Kaikeyi spoke in utter dislike “Oh! Sumanthra, the King had no sleep yesterday night, he was all awake and God only knows the reason for it. He has been calling out for Rama several times till the daybreak and was not willing to speak anything to me. Therefore, bring Rama immediately so that we will come to know what he really intends to speak.” Sumanthra looked at the King as if seeking permission to leave, which was approved by the Lord of Ayodhya. Sumanthra left to the fortress of Rama and Devi Sita, on his way he could not understand a single thing, the King is in grief-stricken, and motionless, he could barely speak anything to Rama, the situation of the King is appalling to watch. Sumanthra became inconsolable, the ministers and attendants who met him were anxiously waiting to receive the news of the King. Sumanthra approached the chamber of Jewel of the Raghu clan, Rama was received with great honor, considered Sumanthara as equal to his father. Sumanthra informed Rama about the King who wanted to see him immediately and he has something important message to deliver, soon Sumanthra and Rama returned to the chamber where the King Dasaratha was settled, on their way, all the attendants and ministers were found perplexed watching at Sumanthra and Rama.

Pari Na Rajahi Needha Nisi Hethu Jana Jagadheesu | Ramu Ramu Rati Bhoru Kiya Kahayi Na Maramu Maheesu ||

Aanahu Ramahi Begi Bolayi | Samachara Thab Poochehu Aayi || Chaleau Sumanthru Raya Rukha Jani | Lakhi KuchaliKeenhi Kachu Rani || Socha Bikala Maga  Parayi Na  Pau | Ramahi Boli Kahihi Ka Rau || Ura Dhari Dheeraju Gayau Dhuare | Poochahi Sakala Dhekhi ManuMare || Samadhanu Kari So Sabahi Ka| Gayau Jaha  Dhinakara Kula Teeka || Rama Sumanthrahi Aavath Dhekha | Aadharu Keenha Pitha Sama Lekha || Nirakhi Badhanu Kahi Bhoopa  Rajayi | Raghukuladheepahi  Chaleau Levayi || Ramu Kubhanthi Sachiva  Sanga Jahi | DhekhiLoga  Jaha Thaha Bilakhahi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Sumanthra meets the King Dhasharatha in his chamber and shocked to see the King in a wretched state

 

Chapter – 38– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Sumanthra meets King Dhasharatha in his chamber and is shocked to see the King in a wretched state

 

The Vandhiganas, Suthaganas, and ministers who were singing in praise of the King followed by the sounds of divine music instruments were surprised to witnessed no sign of him, they anxiously spoke to each other “The daylight has arrived, the Lord of Ayodhya hasn’t woke up yet, what could be the reason for it? It is not an ordinary matter, usually, the King wakes up in the last hour of the night, but today the Lord of Ayodhya is still on the bed, does not feel strange?” They rushed back to the assembly and met the chief of the minister and charioteer Sumanthra “Oh! Sumanthara, kindly meets the King in his chamber, so that we can make arrangements for the grand ceremony.” Thus, Sumanthra approached the chamber of the King, the entire atmosphere in the chamber appeared gloomy and dull, hence he was afraid to move further, felt like he has stepped into the most haunted place where the demons and spirits waiting to devour him. The very sign of the room appeared as the abode of grief and disaster. Sumanthra kept moving through the dark pathways, finally arrive the place where Lord of Ayodhya was laid on the floor, and Devi Kaikeyi was seated next to him. Sumanthra praised the King and bowed before him,  took a seat close to the King was shocked to see the King pale and motionless, grief-stricken like the lotus stalk ripped apart from its roots. Sumanthra was too frightened to ask anything, Devi Kaikeyi who was seated next to the King appeared in resentment broken the silence.

 

Dhwara Beera Sevaka Sachiva  Kahahi Udhitha Rabi Dhekhi | Jageau Ajahu Na Avadhapathi Karanu Kavanu Biseshi ||

Pacchile Pahara Bhoopu Nitha Jaga | Aaju Hamahi Bada Acharaju Laga || Jahu Sumanthra Jagavahu Jayi | Keejia Kaju Rajayasu Payi || Gaye Sumanthru Thab Raura Mahi | Dhekhi Bhayavana Jatha Derahi || Dhayi Khayi Janu Jayi Na Hora | Manahu Bipathi Bishadha Basera || Pooche  Koau Na Utharu Dheyi | Gaye Jehi Bhavana Bhoopa Kaikeyi || Kahi Jayajeeva  Baita Siru Nayi | Dhekhi Bhoopa  Gathi Gayau Sukhayi || Socha Bikala Bibarana Mahi Pareau | Manahu Kamala Moolu Parihareau || Sachiau Sabheetha Sakayi Nahi Poochi | Boli Asubha Bhari Subha Choochi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – The Vandhigana, Suthaganas, and the Ministers eulogizes the glories of the King at the day-break

 

Chapter – 37– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– The Vandhigana, Suthaganas, and the Ministers eulogizes the glories of the King at the day-break

 

King Dhasharatha and Devi Kaikeyi continued to argue for crores of time, King made all efforts to bring peace between them were failed miserably, soon the King lost consciousness, and fallen on the floor. He wept bitterly and spoke “Why are you bringing destruction to the entire clan?”, she did not utter a word, as though she was preparing to meet the possibilities of the cremation. King Dasaratha was grief-stricken, cried out ‘Oh! Rama, Oh! Rama, Oh! Rama’ all his efforts to raise from the floor went in vain like the bird lost its wings, all the trials to raise from the floor were failed. He sincerely prayed at heart “May the night never ends or the daybreak does not arrive so that no one would inform about the painful news to Rama. Oh! Lord Surya, the Lord of the Raghu clan, you would be disheartened to see the plight of Ayodhya tomorrow.” The affection of the King and the resentment of Devi Kaikeyi was beyond description, the whole night was passed the King lying on the floor wailing and thinking about the destiny of Rama and the people of Ayodhya. Finally, the daylight has arrived, there were sounds of divine music instruments, conch, flute, etc. was heard at the doorstep. The Vandhiganas, Suthaganas, and ministers sing in praise of the glories of the Lord of Raghu clan, but those were piercing the heart of the King, earlier the sounds of divine music brought boundless joy in him stirred an extreme dislike, that was not pleasant as the way it was for the past several years. That night was sleepless for the people of Ayodhya and in the palace, everyone was eagerly waiting to have a glimpse of Rama in the morning.

Pareau Rau Kahi Koti Bidhi Kahi Karasi  Nidhanu | Kapata Sayani Na  Kahathi Kacchu Jagathi Manahu Masanu ||

Rama Rama Rata Bikala Bhualu | Janu Binu Pankha Bihanga Behalu || Hridhaya Manava Bhoru Jani Hoyi | Ramahi Jayi Kahai Jani  Koyi || Udhau Karahu Jani Rabi  Raghukula Guru | Avadha Biloki Soola Hoyihi Ura || Bhoopa Preethi Kaikayi Kadinayi | Ubhaya Avadhi Bidhi Rachi Banayi || Bilapatha Nripahi Bhayau Binusara | Beena Benu Sankha Dhuni Dhvara || Padahi Bhata Guna Gavahi Gayaka | Sunatha  Nripahi Janu Lagahi Sayaka || Mangala Sakala Sohahi Na Kaise | Sahagaminihi  Bibhooshana Jaise || Thehi Nisi Needha Pari Nahi Kahu | Rama Dharasa Lalasa Ucchahu ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha orders Devi Kaikeyi to keep out of his sight

 

Chapter – 36– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha orders Devi Kaikeyi to keep out of his sight

 

King Dasaratha was pained to listen to the harsh words of Devi Kaikeyi and spoke “Oh! Devi, you can speak as you wish, you are not to blame for it, I understand it was my bad luck that I have possessed a wife of devilish nature to speak against me. Bharatha would never allow himself to crown as the King of Ayodhya, but my ill-fortune and your association with the wicked sinful Manthara has completely taken control of your mind. I believe all that happened was the result of my sins, the tide has turned against me at the unfortunate moment. Oh! Devi, I was dreamt of the Kingdom of Ayodhya flourish under the regime of Rama, who is the symbol of virtues. I wished for all the brothers would serve Rama relentlessly, and they collectively bring fame to the Kingdom, and their reputation will spread across the three worlds. I am certain that the stain on your reputation and my grief will not disappear even after our death. Do whatever you feel, but the least, do not show your face to me. Keep yourself out of my sight, I pray with folded hands, do not show your face to me as long as am alive. You will reap the fruit of your misdeeds and you will repent for it. Oh! Unfortunate woman, you have taken out the life of a cow.”

 Marama Bachana Suni RauKaha Kahu Kacchu Dhoshu Na Thora | Lageau Thohi Pisacha Jimi Kalu Kahavath Mora ||

Chahatha Na  Bharatha Bhoopathi Bhore | Bidhibasa Kumathi Basi Jiya Thore || So Sabu Mora Papa Parinamu | Bhayau Kudahara Jehi  Bidhi Bamu || Subasa Basihi Phiri Avadha Suhayi | Sab Guna Dhama Rama Prabhuthayi || Karihahi Bhayi Sakala Sevakayi | Hoyihi Thiha Pura Rama Badayi || Thora Kalanku Mora Pacchithau | Muyeha Na Mitihi Na Jayihi Kau || Ab Thohi Neeka  Laga Karu Soyi | Lochana Auta Baitu Muhu Goyi || Jab Lagi Jiau Kahau Kara Jori | Thab Lagi Jani Kacchu Kahasi Bahori|| Phiri Pacchithaihasi Antha  Abhagi | Marasi Gayi Naharu Lagi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Devi Kaikeyi continues to hurt the King

Chapter – 35– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Devi Kaikeyi continues to hurt the King

 

King Dhasharatha could not control his grief, fell on the ground, hit his head with both hands, and sobbed “Oh! Rama, Oh! Rama, Oh! Rama, Oh! Raghunatha!” soon all his limbs became motionless, lost his speech, voices were broken, lips were dried, felt miserable like the fish out of the water. Thus, the wish-fulfilling tree/Kalpatharu was thrashed by an untamed female elephant, Devi Kaikeyi burdened him with the sword-like toxic words, “Oh! Rajan, if you were not intended to fulfill the promises given to me, why did you encourage me to ask for the boon? Oh! Emperor on the Earth, how could you do that to me? You were so kind to the distressed and poor, and you had the reputation of being generous and enjoyed the fame, yet you are miserly to me? Is it possible to remain unhurt while playing the role of a hero? Oh! Rajan, either keep up your promise and follow my words, do not wail like a woman, it does not suit you. A noble person does not show interest in wealth, richness, money, fame, possessions, life, wife, sons, etc. An honest, Viraktha/renounced person considers the material pleasures as straw, takes no interest in it.”

Dhekhi Byadhi Asadha Nripu Pareau Dharani Dhuni Matha | Kahatha Parama Bachana Rama Rama Raghunatha ||

Byakula Rau Sithila Sab Gatha |Karini Kalpatharu Manahu Nipatha || Kandu Sukha Mukha Aava Na  Bani | Janu Padinu Dheena Binu Pani || Puni Kaha Katu Kadora  Kaikeyi| Manahu Dhaya Maha Mahura Dheyi || Jau Anthahu Asa Karathabu Raheau | Magu Magu Thumha Kehi Bala Kaheau || Dhuyi Ki Hoyi Yek Samaya Bhuala | Hasab Dadayi Phulaub Gala || Dhani Kahauab Aru Kripanayi | Hoyi Ki Khema Kusala Rauthayi || Cchadahu Bachanu Ki  Dheeraju Dharahu | Jani Abala Jimi Karuna  Karahu || Thanu Thiya Thanaya Dhamu Dhanu Dharani | SathyaSandha Kaha Thrina Sama Barani ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha pleads to Devi Kaikeyi to change her mind

Chapter – 34– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha pleads to Devi Kaikeyi to change her mind

 

Devi Kaikeyi voiced “Oh! Rajan, remember my words if Rama does not retire to woods before the daybreak, leaving all the royal comforts, attired in a saffron robe of a hermit, and matted hair locks, I promise you that you will not see me alive, and you will bear the ill reputation of it.” Thus, Devi Kaikeyi rose on her feet resembled the brimming water of anger splashed down from the mountain of sin, and the overflowing water broken all the boundaries gave out a terrible appearance. The two boons she has asked were the coronation of Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya and the exile of Rama from the Kingdom resembled the two banks of the river, her anger resembled the whirlwind in the water caused by the wicked influence of Manthara, uprooted the King who appeared as a giant tree on the bank, and the wickedness of Kaikeyi like muddy water rushed towards the ocean of adversity. Finally, King Dhasharatha understood that all that was spoken were real, the demand of Devi Kaikeyi was true, in a moment the King felt that his death is dancing above his head in the form of his beloved consort. Suddenly, King fell down at the feet of Devi Kaikeyi, and tightly clasped her feet, and begged with teary eyes “Oh! Devi, do not be an ax on the clan of Raghu, kindly show some respect to the solar race. Oh! Devi, you can ask for my head, I am readily offering it to you, but do not separate me from Rama while I am alive. Kindly leave Rama with me, otherwise, you will burn with anguish and grief all your life.”

Hotha Prathu Munibesha Dhari Jau Na Ramu Ban Jahi | Mora Maranu Raura  Ajasa  Nripa Samujjia Manmahi ||

Asa Kahi Kutila Bhayi Udi Dadi | Manahu Rosha Tharangini Badi || Papa Pahara Pragata Bhayi Soyi || Bhari Krodha Jala Jayi Na Joyi || Dhoau Bara Koola Kadina Hat Dhara | Bhavara Kubari Bachana Prachara || Dahath Bhooparoopa  Tharumoola | Chali Bipathi Baridhi Anukooola || Lakhi Naresa  Bath Phuri Sanchi | Thiya  Misa  Meechu Seesa Para Nachi || Gahi Padha Binaya Keenha Baitari | Jani Dhinakara Kula Hosi Kudari ||Magu Matha Abahi Dheau Thohi | Rama Biraha Jani Marasi Mohi || Rakhu Rama Kahu Jehi Thehi Bhanthi | Nahi Tha Jarihi Janama Bhari Cchathi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha pleads to Devi Kaikeyi to leave anger

 

Chapter – 33– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha pleads to Devi Kaikeyi to leave anger

 

King Dhasharatha pleaded “Oh! Devi, kindly leave your anger and ask for a reasonable boon, so that I could witness the coronation ceremony of Bharatha with my own eyes. Oh! Devi, a fish may continue to live without water, or the serpent may get along without the gem on its forehead, but I promise you, I can’t live without Rama. Oh! Beloved one, kindly understands the fact that my very existence depends on Rama.” Devi Kaikeyi could not control her rage after listening to the most sensitive declaration by the King, which worked as the ghee added to the sacrificial fire. Devi Kaikeyi shrieked out of anger “Oh! Rajan, you may adopt thousands of pretexts, none of them are not going to work with me. You have two choices before you, either you grant me the boon I have asked, or refuse it and earn a bad reputation in the clan, I am not interested in any more arguments with you. Rama is virtuous, and you too virtuous and wise, and same with Devi Kausalya too. I have known all of you, I will definitely settle the scores with you all, especially to Devi Kausalya who has adopted to confer upon me for every single issue.”

Priya Hasa Risa  Pariharahi Magu Bichari Bibeku | Jehi Dhekhai Ab Nayana Bhari  Bharatharaja Abhisheku ||

Jiye Meena Baru Bari Biheena | Mani Binu Phaniku Jiye Dhukha Dheena || Kahau Subhau Na Cchalu Manamahi | Jeevanu Mora  Ramabinu Nahi || Samujji Dhekhu Jiya Priya Prabeena | Jeevanu Rama Dharasa Adheena || Suni Mridhu Bachana Kumathi Athi Jarayi | Manahu Anala Aahuthi Dhritha Parayi || Kahayi Karahu Kina Koti Upaya | Iha Na Lagihi Rauri Maya|| Dhehu Ki Lehu Aajasu Kari Nahi | Mohi Na  Bahuth Prapancha Sohahi || Ramu Sadhu Thumha Sadhu Sayane | Ramamathu Bhali Sab Pahichane || Jasa Kausaliya Mora Bhala Thaka | Thasa Phalu Unhahi Dheau Kari Saka ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha pacifies Devi Kaikeyi with the first boon, and praising the virtues of Rama

Chapter – 32– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha pacifies Devi Kaikeyi with the first boon, and praising the virtues of Rama

 

King Dasaratha solemnly spoke “Oh! Devi, Rama has no greed for the Kingdom or the crown. He is deeply attached to his younger brother Bharatha, I was sincerely following the rule of the scriptures, thus I have chosen the elder one Rama to perform the coronation ceremony, still, I shall promise you Rama and Bharatha are two eyes of mine. I have not found any difference between them. One more thing, I promise on Rama hundredth time, there is no influence or intervention of Devi Kausalya in this matter, she is innocent and she has not spoken a single word about it. Definitely, I have announced for the celebration and preparation for the event without discussing with you, that’s why my long-cherished wish to crown Rama as the King of Ayodhya was unaccomplished. Oh! Devi, leave your resentment and anger, get yourself ready with the auspicious clothe and ornaments, your wish is going to fulfill in a few days. Oh! Devi, your second boon was taken my life out of me, that was not at all agreeable, still, I could not believe it, my heart is aching, was that your anger or is it true? Oh! Devi, kindly tell me the fault of Rama, the whole world is praising the virtues and kindness of Rama. I am certain that you too spoke about his gentleness several times, admired and loved him, but after listening to your second boon, I believe all that love and affection to Rama was a pretense. Rama is kind and compassionate to all, even to his enemies, how could he act against the will of his mother?”

Lobhu Na Ramahi Raju Kara Bahuth Bharatha Para Preethi | Mei Bada Cchotta Bichari Jiya Karatha Raheau Nripaneethi ||

 Rama Sapatha Sath Kahau Subhau| Ramamathu Kacchu Kaheau Na Kau || Mei Sabu Keenha Thohi Binu Pooche | Thehi The  Pareau Manorathu Chooche || Risa Pariharu Ab Mangala Saju | Kacchu Dhina Gaye Bharatha  Jubaraju || Yekahi Bath Mohi Dhukhu Laga | Bara Dhoosara Asamanjasa Maga || Ajahu Hridhau Jaratha Thehi Aancha | Risa  Parihasa Ki Sanchehu Sancha || Kahu Thaji Roshu Rama Aparadhu | Sabu Koau Kahayi Rama Sudi Sadhu || Thuha Sarahasi Karasi Sanehu | Ab Suni Mohi Bhayau Sandhehu || Jasu Subhau Arihi Anukoola | So Kimi Karihi Mathu Prathikoola ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha promises to crown Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya to Devi Kaikeyi

Chapter – 31– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha promises to crown Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya to Devi Kaikeyi

 

King Dhasharatha who is the essence of righteousness took the courage to open his eyes, heavily banged his head on both hands, and cried out “I am completely trapped, finding no way to get out.” Looked at Devi Kaikeyi who was fuming in extreme rage, resembled his powerful sword out of the sheath, her malicious mind as the edges that was sharpened in the grindstone like the wicked mind of hunch-back Manthara. Every single word spelled has the sharpness of the powerful sword of the King, he understood the boon she was asked to fulfill were enough to take away his life, began to speak to her gently “Oh! Devi, your sharp and inauspicious words are puffing away the affection and confidence shared between us. Oh! Timid lady, Bharatha, and Rama are two eyes of mine, I promise the same on Lord Shankara. I shall make all the arrangements to send the messengers to bring back Bharatha and Shathrughna to the Kingdom before the daybreak, after that we can fix an auspicious day and time to perform the coronation of Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya. I shall promise you; we will arrange for a grand ceremony and crown Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya.”

 

Dharma Dhurandhara Dheera Dhari Nayana Udhare  Raya | Siru  Dhuni Leenhi Usasa Asi Maresi Mohi Kudaya ||

Aagey Dheekhi Jaratha Risa Bhari | Manahu Rosha Tharavari Udhari || Moodi Kubudhdhi Dhara Nidurayi | Dhari  Koobari Sana Banayi || Lakhi Maheepa Karala  Kadora | Sathya Ki Jeevanu Leyihi Mora || Bole  Rau Kadina  Kari Cchathi | Bani Sabinaya Thasu  Sohathi || Priyabachana Kasa Kahasi Kubhanthi | BheeraPratheethi Preethi Kari Hathi || More Bharathu Ramu Dhuyi Aankhi | Sathya Kahau Kari  Sankaru Sakhi || Avasi  Dhoothu Mei Padayiba Pratha | Yehahi Begi Sunatha Dhoau Bhratha || Sudhina Sodhi Sabu Saju Sajayi | Dheau Bharatha Kahu Raju Bajayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Devi Kaikeyi’s heated argument with the King Dhasharatha

 

Chapter – 30– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Devi Kaikeyi’s heated argument with the King Dhasharatha

 

King Dhasharatha wept bitterly “An inauspicious incident has occurred at the propitious hour, I have trusted a woman and thereby doomed to darkness, I was a Sadhaka who was striving hard to achieve the fruit of my Yoga, the fruit of self-realization.” Devi Kaikeyi fumed watching the pathetic state of the King, “Oh! Rajan, Is Bharatha not your son? Have you accepted me as your queen for money? If my words are too sharp as powerful arrows to your ears, why did not give serious thought before declaring your wish to perform the coronation of Rama as the King of Ayodhya? You can either accept my proposal or reject it, but remember that you belong to the illustrious clan of Raghu’s who never fails to keep up their promises. Oh! Rajan, you can refuse the boons promised to me several years ago, and proceed with your decision in the assembly. You have promised to give me boons, thinking that I would ask for a handful of parched grains. I shall bring to your notice the righteous deeds of that illustrious Dhadhichi, King Sibi, and Bali for their sacrifices, generosity, and truthfulness, to keep up their promises. The noble King Sibi was tested by Lord Agni and Lord Indra who were disguised as pigeon and hawk respectively. The pigeon took shelter on the lap of the King, as a true Kshatriya the King was not willing to give away the prey to hawk. On the other hand, the hawk insisted the King give his prey or give King’s flesh weighing the same as the pigeon, otherwise, it would die out of starvation.  King chopped off the muscular part of the body and kept on the weighing scale, alas! the process continued, added his flesh on the scale, the flesh couldn’t match the weight of the pigeon, finally, King Sibi prepared to sieve off his head was intervened by Lord Agni and Indra. Lord Indra battled against the demon Vrathrasura, the battle continued for several years, Indra approached Lord Vishnu and sought shelter.  Lord Vishnu advised Lord Indra to approach the illustrious Sage Dhadhichi who was taking penance in the Naimisharanya and appeal for his bone to kill the demon. Sage Dhadhichi graciously left his mortal coil for Indra, and the artisan of deities Vishwakarma carved a powerful weapon that resembled lightning out of the bone of Sage Dhadhichi, later Indra killed the demon with the weapon/Vajrayudha. The demon King Bali conquered the three worlds, the deities lost their glories and abode, the mother of deities Devi Adhithi grieved over her children’s pitiful state. She appealed to Lord Vishnu who was granted a boon to be born as her son. Devi Adhiti undertook severe austerities of Payovratha and Lord Vishnu was born as Dwarf/Vamana to Devi Adhithi and Sage Kashyapa, approached Bali in the Yajja arena, who was willing to offer anything for the Bhramachari, was asked for three strides of land and measured the whole Universe.” In this way, Devi Kaikeyi continued to pour the malicious words like the salt added to the wounds.

 

Kavane Avasara  Ka  Bhayau Gayau Nari  Biswasa | Joga Sidhdhi Phala Samaya Jimi Jathihi Abidhdhya Nasa ||

 Yehi Bidhi Rau Manahi Man Jjankha | Dhekhi Kubhanthi Kumathi Mana Makha || Bharathu Ki Raura  Pootha Na  Hohi | Anehu Mola  Besahi Ki Mohi || Jo Suni Saru Asa  Laga Thumhare | Kahe Na  Bolahu Bachanu Sambhare || Dhehu Utharu Anu Karahu Ki Nahi | Sathyasandha Thumha Raghukula Mahi || Dhena Kahehu Ab Jani Baru Dhehu | Thajahu Sathya Jaga  Upajasu Lehu || Sathya Sarahi Kahehu Baru Dhena | Janehu Leyihi Magi  Chabena || Sibi Dhadheechi Bali Jo Kacchu Bhasha | Thanu Dhanu ThajeauBachana Panu Rakha || Athi Katu Bachana Kahathi Kaikeyi | Manahu Lona  Jare  ParaDheyi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Devi Kaikeyi asks for two boons to King Dhasharatha and the grief of the King

 

Chapter – 29– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Devi Kaikeyi asks for two boons to King Dhasharatha and the grief of the King

 

The King’s desire to crown Rama as the King of Ayodhya, represents the beautiful grove that provides shelter to lovely birds appear as joy, Devi Kaikeyi resembled the Bhila woman who is all prepared to hunt down the birds with the shot of sharp arrows, with her merciless words. Devi Kaikeyi gracefully moved towards the King and spoke “Oh! Beloved Lord, I have to ask for a boon that pleases my heart, hence I would ask for the crowning ceremony of Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya, kindly promise me that you would provide me that boon. Oh! Lord, I may ask for the second boon with folded hands, kindly accomplish my wish, let Rama live in the woods for fourteen years, as a hermit completely disconnected from the world.” The King was shocked at the gentle words of Devi Kaikeyi, he could not utter a word out of grief, like the Chakravaha in agony felt the touch of moonlight. He turned pale, as if struck by the lightning, closed his eyes tightly, shriveled in extreme pain, murmured “My long-cherished wish was about to fulfill, the celestial tree of desire with fully blossomed flowers was about to bear fruits were thrashed by an untamed elephant resembled Kaikeyi, she has set fire to the happiness of the subjects of Ayodhya, and brought everlasting misery to the Kingdom.”

Bhoopa Manoratha Subhaga Banu Sukha Subihanga Samaju | Bhillini Jimi Cchadana Chahathi Bachanu Bhayankaru Baju ||

Sunahu Pranapriya Bhavath Ji Ka | Dhehu Yek Bara Bharathahi Teeka || Magau Dhoosara Bara Kara Jori | Puravahu Natha Manoratha Mori || Thapasa Vesha Biseshi Udhasi | Chaudhaha Barasi Ramu Banabasi || Suni Mridhu Bachana Bhoopa Hiya Soku | Sasi Kara Chooath Bikala Jimi Koku || Gayau Mahima Nahi Kacchu Kahi Ava | Janu Sachana Bana Jjapateau Lava || Bibarana Bhayau Nipata Narapalu | Dhamini Haneau Manahu Tharu Thalu || Mathe Hath Moodhi Dhoau Lochana | Thanu Dhari Sochu Laga Janu Sochana|| Mora Manorathu Suratharu Phoola | Pharatha Karini Jimi Hatheau Samoola || Avadha Ujari Keenhi Kaikeyi | Dheenhasi  Achala Bipathi Kai Neyi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Devi Kaikeyi reminds the King about the boons promised several years ago

 

Chapter – 28– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Devi Kaikeyi reminds the King about the boons promised several years ago

 

Devi Kaikeyi began to speak in an affectionate tone “ Oh! Rajan, kindly do not prompt me to ask for boons, you won’t give anything. You have promised me to give a couple of boons several years ago, yet I am doubtful whether you could keep up your promise.” King Dasaratha smiled at her innocently and said “Oh! Dear, I have understood the whole thing now. You are tricky, fond of acting angry, in fact, you have kept the boons in reserve, you haven’t asked about it. Honestly, I have completely forgotten about my promise to you, as usual. Oh! Devi, do not blame me for that, you can ask for the boons now. It has been the regular practice among the race of Raghu’s that they never fail to keep up their promises, if it needs, they willingly sacrifice their lives to keep up the promises. Oh! Devi, multitudes of sins cannot match a lie, as millions of tiny Gunja seeds cannot be compared with the mountains.  The Veda and scriptures, Manusmrithi emphasizes that truthfulness is the root of all virtues, I have sworn the above in the name of Rama, the Lord of Raghu who is the embodiment of beauty, truthfulness, kindness, and virtues.” Devi Kaikeyi smiled at heart thinking that her conversation with the King is moving in the right direction as she was desired, she has opened up the subject matter at a convenient moment.

Magu Magu Pai Kahahu Piya Kabahu Na Dhehu Na Lehu| Dhena  Kahehu Baradhana Dhuyi Theau Pavath Sandhehu ||

Janeau Maramu Rau Hasi Kahayi | Thumhahi Kohab Paramapriya Ahayi || Yathi Rakhi Na Magihu Kau | Bisari Gayau Mohi Bhora Subhau || Jootehu Hamahi Dhoshu Jani Dhehu | Dhuyi Kai Chari Magi  Maku Lehu || Raghukula Reethi Sadha  Chaliayi | Prana Jahu Baru Bachanu Na Jayi || Nahi Asathya Sama Pathaka Punja | Giri Sama Hohi Ki Kotika Gunja || Sathyamoola Sab Sukritha Suhaye | Sukritha Saneha Avadhi Raghurayi || Bath Dudayi Kumathi Hasi Boli | Kumatha Kubihaga  Kulaha Janu  Kholi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Devi Kaikeyi prepares for a pleasant conversation with the King

 

Chapter – 27– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Devi Kaikeyi prepares for a pleasant conversation with the King

 

Sage Yajjavalkya speaks “Oh! Mune, Devi Kaikeyi after listening to the sweet words of the King rose from the floor, smiled vindictively, and began to decorate her body with various ornaments as if the lioness prepares to pounce at the deer. King mistook her actions, approached her passionately, and addressed her in great enthusiasm “Oh! Beloved one, we have achieved the fruitfulness of our lives, the subjects of the Kingdom are rejoicing at the upcoming coronation ceremony of Rama as the King of Ayodhya, the kingdom is all prepared for the grand festivals and ceremonies are yet to perform. Oh! Sulochani, I have decided to perform the crowning ceremony of Rama tomorrow, so do not wait too long, get yourself ready with exquisite ornaments and garments.” The sweet words of King ripped apart the heart of Devi Kaikeyi as if the ripened fruit get split open at the soft touch. Soon, she covered the hurt with a dramatic smile on her face, as if the wife of a thief does not show her grief watching her husband undergo punishments. Alas! the king was not able to trace the reaction of Queen Kaikeyi who was already persuaded by her tutor, the wicked hunch-back famous for her crookedness. Even though the King was extremely wise and intelligent in statesmanship, was ignorant in recognizing the heart of a woman, which resembles an unfathomable ocean. Devi Kaikeyi put a false smile on her face and approached the King with a graceful movement."

 

Yaha Suni  Managuni Sapatha Badi Bihasi Udi Mathimandh | Bhooshana Sajathi Biloki Mrigu Manahu Kirathini Phandh ||

Puni Kaha Rau  Suhridha Jiya Jani | Prema Pulaki Mridhumanjula Bani || Bhamini Bhayau Thora Manabhava| Ghar Ghar  Nagara Anandha Badhava || Ramahi Dheau Kali  Jubaraju| Sajahi Sulochani  Mangala Saju || Dhalaki Udeau Suni Hridhayau Kadoru | Janu  Chuyi Gayau Paka Barathoru || Yesiau Peera Bihasi Thehi Goyi | Chora Chori Jimi  Pragati Na Royi || Lakhahi Na  Bhoopa Kapata Chathurayi | Koti Kutila  Mani  Guru Padayi || Jadhdhyapi Neethi Nipuna  Naranahu | Naricharitha  Jalanidhi Avagahu || Kapata Sanehu Badayi Bahori | Boli Bihasi Nayana  Muhu Mori ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha pacifies Devi Kaikeyi

 

Chapter – 26– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha pacifies Devi Kaikeyi

 

King Dhasharatha touched her and spoke in a soft tone “Oh! Bhamini, what’s that so upsetting to you?” Devi Kaikeyi throw his hand, and glanced at him in a rage, she hissed like a serpent, she has two boons in her heart which was waiting to spell, and these two boons resembled the fangs of the venomous serpent. Unfortunately, King Dhasharatha mistook all her reactions as a part of the amorous sport. King Dhasharatha approached her with sweet words “Oh! Sulochani ! Oh! Sweet tongued lady! Oh! Sumukhi/beautiful faced one, Oh! Gajagamini/lady who has the gait of a female elephant, tell me what’s that bothering you? Oh! Priye/Dear one, who did cause harm to you? Whoever dared to hurt you must be waiting for their fate to get their head sieved off. Oh! Dear one, kindly tell me which pauper should be announced as the King, or which King should be exiled from the Kingdom? I am well capable to punish the person who hurt you so badly, even if it was immortal/deities. Where is your enemy? Oh! Pranapriye, you know me very well, Oh! Priye, your beautiful face is fascinating like the autumn full moon, I am that Chakora bird yearningly looking at you. Oh! Beloved one, my subjects, my family, and whatever I possess such as my sons, and my life are at your disposal. Oh! Priye, I feel guilty to swear upon Rama, hence ask for whatever pleases in your mind, I shall fulfill all your desires, adore your beautiful limbs with lots of exquisite pieces of jewelry. Oh! Pranapriye, kindly take notice of auspicious and inauspicious hours, and give up the dirty faded clothes from your body at once.”

 

Kehi Hethu Rani Risani Parasath Pani  Pathihi Nevarayi | Manahu Sarosha Bhuanga Bhamini Bishama Bhanthi Niharayi || Dhoau Basana Rasana Dhasana Bara Marama Daharu Dhekhayi | Tulasi Nripathi Bhavathabyatha Basa Kama Kauthuka  Lekhai ||

Bara Bara  Kaha Rau Sumukhi Sulochani Pikabachani | Karana Mohi  Sunau Gajagamini Nijakopa Kara ||

Anahitha Thora Priya Keha Keenha | Kehi  Dhuyi Sira Kehi Jamu Chaha Leenha || Kahu Kehi Rankahi Karau Naresu | Kahu  Kehi Nripahi Nikasau Dhesu || Sakau Thora Ari  Amarau Mari | Kaha Keeta Bapure Nara Nari || Janasi  Mora  Subhau Baroru | Manu Thava  Aanana Chandha Chakoru || Priyaprana Sutha Sarabasu More | Parijana Praja Sakala Basa Thore || Jau  Kacchu Kahau Kapatu Kari Thohi | Bhamini Rama Sapatha Satha Mohi || Bihasi Magu  ManaBhavathi Batha | Bhooshana Sajahi Manohara  Gatha || Dhari Kudhari Samucchi Jiya Dhekhu | Begi  Priya  Pariharahi Kubeshu ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – King Dhasharatha visits the Kopagriha to meet Devi Kaikeyi

Chapter – 25– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– King Dhasharatha visits the Kopagriha to meet Devi Kaikeyi

 

Sage Yajjavalkya speaks “Oh! Mune, it was the late evening, King Dhasharatha arrived in the chamber of Devi Kaikeyi, resembled the love personified rushing towards the callousness personified as Kaikeyi.  Soon, the King came to know that Devi Kaikeyi is in the Kopagriha, not in her chamber, he was aghast, his feet were not willing to move further out of anxiousness. King Dhasharatha whose powerful arms were sought after by the deities for protection, and whose fame is widespread among the Kings of the neighboring country was troubled to move forward noticing the anger of his consort, all that was the result of unconquerable pleasure of physical attraction to Devi Kaikeyi. Oh! Mune, it is impossible to win over the cupid arrows of Manmatha, even for the King who had won several battles, courageously stood before the spears, swords, powerful weapons resembled thunderbolts. King Dhasharatha reluctantly approached the Kopagriha, and found Devi Kaikeyi in a miserable state on the floor, she was laying on the rough and cold stone floor, her hair was disheveled, all her ornaments were battered on the floor. Her untidy and faded garment was well suited for the state of her mind, resembled the upcoming calamity in the family, revealing her impending widowhood. King Dhasharatha moved closer to her and spoke in a sweet tone “Oh! Pranapriye, why are you so angry?”

Sanjj Samaya Sanandha Nripu Gayau Kaikayi Geha | Gavanu Niduratha Nikata Kiya  Janu Dhari Dheha Saneha ||

Kopabhavana Suni Sakucheau Rau | Bhaya Basa Agahuda Parayi Na Pau || Surapathi Basayi Bahabala Jake | Narapathi Sakala Rahahi Rukha Thake || So Suni  Thiya Gayau Sukhayi | Dhekhahu Kama Prathapa Badayi || Soola Kulisa Asi Agavanihare | The  Rathinatha Sumana Sara Mare || Sabhya Naresu Priya Pahi Gayau | Dhekhi Dhasa Dhukhu Dharuna  Bhayau || Bhoomi Sayana Patu Mot Purana | Dhiye  Dari  Thana Bhooshana Nana || Kumathihi Kasi  Kubeshatha Phabi | Ana  Ahivathu Soocha Janu  Bhabi || Jayi Nikata Nripa Kaha Mridhu Bani | Pranapriya Kehi Hethu  Risani ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – The Kingdom of Ayodhya prepares for the grand coronation ceremony of Rama as the King of Ayodhya

 

Chapter – 24– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– The Kingdom of Ayodhya prepares for the grand coronation ceremony of Rama as the King of Ayodhya

 

The men and women of the Kingdom were too busy to take notice of the impending calamities, all of them were engrossed in the preparation for the grand ceremony as in the palace. The people were entering and leaving the palace in large numbers, the joy-filled atmosphere of Ayodhya was beyond description. Rama’s childhood companions arrived in huge number to the fortress to congratulate Rama on the auspicious occasion, was received with great respect, enquired about the happiness, health, welfare of them and their families. Thus, Rama spends pleasurable time with his childhood companions, finally, they have received permission to retire while leaving the palace they converse with each other “Is there anyone amiable, affectionate, kind, and compassionate as Rama in this world? Whatever birth we may achieve due to our Karma, all that we should pray to remain a sincere servant of Sitapathi Lord Rama, let us pray to that Almighty Lord to grant us the boon to achieve Sitapathi Rama as our Lord in all our births, and the devotion and the pure love to Rama may flourish in us.” The people of Ayodhya considered themselves as fortunate to be in the Ramarajya, and wished to continue to be the servant of Rama in all their births, and prayed to Almighty. Alas! Devi Kaikeyi’s heart was completely drenched in resentment and agony. Sri Maharaj speaks ‘who is not get ruined by the association of the wicked people? Even the intellectuals lose their good sense in the association of vile.”

 

Pramudhitha Pura Nara Nari Sab Sajahi Sumangalachara | Yek Prabisahi Yek Nirgamahim Bheera Bhoopa Dharbar ||

Bala Sakha Suni Hiya  Harshahi | Mili Dhasa Panch Ramapahi Jahi || Prabhu Adharahi Premu Pahichani | Poochahi Kusala Khema Mridhubani || Phirahi Bhavanapriya Aayasu Payi | Karatha Parapara RamaBadayi || Ko Raghubeera Sarisa Samsara | Seelu Sanehu Nibahanihara || Jehi Jehi Joni Karama Basa Bhramahi | Thaha Thaha Esu Dheau Yaha Hamahi || Sevaka Hama Swami Siyanahu | Hoau Natha Yaha Aura Nibahu || Asa Abhilashu Nagara Sab Kahu | Kaikeyasutha Hridhaya Athi Dhahu || Ko Na  Kusangathi Payi Nasayi | Rahayi Na Neech Mathe  Chathurayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Manthara advises Devi Kaikeyi to take shelter in the Kopagriha/chamber specially made for the women to stay while grieving

Chapter – 23– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Manthara advises Devi Kaikeyi to take shelter in the Kopagriha/chamber specially made for the women to stay while grieving

 

Sage Yajjavalkya speaks “Oh! Mune, the wicked hunch-back after setting the malicious plan in queen Kakikeyi’s mind, spoke to her fervently “Oh! Devi, take shelter in the Kopagriha/a special chamber to stay while the queens are unhappy and grieving, as I have advised, manage the whole affairs discreetly, do not believe the King and his sweet words easily.” Devi Kaikeyi praised the intelligence of the hunchback again and again, “Oh! Manthara, I have no trustworthy companion like you in this whole world. You have saved me from sinking in the deep ocean of grief, you have protected me from drowning, like the log in the river. If the Almighty Lord is favorable to me, he would fulfill my wishes tomorrow, Oh! Dear, I will protect you like an apple of my eyes in all my life.” Thus, Devi Kaikeyi repeatedly praised the shrewdness of Manthara and retired to the Kopagriha. The scheme resembled the seed, which was conceived by the servant maid Manthara served the purpose of heavy downpour, on the soil like the mind of Devi Kaikeyi, the water like the willingness of the queen to dance to the tune of Manthara’s words were already deep-rooted in the mind of the queen, began to sprout with the desire to ask for two boons, such as performing the coronation of Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya, and exile Rama to the woods, which was well enough to bear the fruit of calamities in the royal family. Devi Kaikeyi entered in the dark and untidy chamber/Kopagriha with a heart full of resentment, and lay on the floor. Alas! it was her bad luck, she was destined to take pleasure in the luxuries of the Kingdom, unfortunately, she was betrayed by her own wicked mind to take shelter in the dark and gloomy chamber, while the whole palace and the Kingdom were rejoicing at the upcoming coronation of Rama as the King of Ayodhya. Alas! nobody was aware of the conspiracy of Devi Kaikeyi and Manthara conceived together.”

 

Bada Kudhathu Kari  Pathakini Kahesi Kopagriha Jahu | Kaju Savarehu Sajaga Sabu Sahasa Jani  Pathiahu ||

Kubarihi Rani  Pranapriya Jani | Bar Bar Badi  Budhdhi Bakhani || Thohi Samahitha Na Mora  Samsara | Bahe Jatha Kayi Bhayisi Adhaara || Jau Bidhi Puraba Manorathu Kali | Karau Thohi Chakha  Poothari  Aali || Bahubidhi Cherihi Aadharu Dheyi | Kopabhavana Gavani Kaikeyi || Bipathi Beeju  Barasha Rithu Cheri | Bhuya Bhayi Kumathi Kakikeyi Keri || Payi Kapata Jalu  Ankura Jama | Bara Dhoau Dhala Dhukha Phala Parinama || Kopa Samaju Saji  Sabu  Soyi | Raju Karatha Nija Kumathi Bigoyi || Raura Nagara Kolahalu Hoyi | Yaha Kuchali Kacchu Jan Na Koyi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Manthara insists the queen Kaikeyi to ask for the boon promised by the King

 

Chapter – 22– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Manthara insists the queen Kaikeyi to ask for the boon promised by the King

 

Devi Kaikeyi replied “Oh! Manthara, I shall sincerely follow your suggestions, if needed I would throw myself into well, or even I would forsake my son and husband. Oh! Lady, if you are giving me a bit of advice to get rid of my anguish and grief, why should I refrain from following it?” Manthara realized that the sacrificial animal is already before her, all that she needs to pierce it with the knife, the queen Kaikeyi who resembled the sacrificial animal nibbling on the grass, without knowing the impending danger. Devi Kaikeyi was listening to the most agreeable words of Manthara, although it would heave the queen to painful consequences. Manthara enthusiastically served the queen with the devious plans as if feeding on honey mixed with the poison, she continued to speak “Oh! Devi, you have detailed to me about an interesting incident that took place several years ago and told me about a couple of promises given to you by the King, whether you remember it or not. Oh! Devi, it is the right moment to get your desires fulfilled, ask for the boon promised to you by the King, and get rid of the pain and anguish. Oh! Devi, ask the King to perform the coronation of Bharatha as the King of Ayodhya, and exile Rama to the woods, thus steal the happiness of all the queens. Oh! Devi, remember my word, do not ask for a boon, until and unless the King swear on Rama and promises to offer them, or he may change from his words. Oh! Devi, make sure our plans get succeeded before the daylight arrives, so cherish my words dearer than your life.”

Parau Koopa Thua Bachana Para Sakau Pootha Pathi Thyagi | Kahasi Mora Dhukhu Dhekhi Bada Kasa Na  Karaba Hitha  Lagi ||

Kubari Kari Kabooli Kaikeyi | Kapata Choori Ura Pahana Deyi || Lakhayi Na Rani Nikata Dhukhu Kaise | Charayi Haritha Thina  Balipasu Jaise || Sunatha Bath Mridhu Antha Kadori | Dhethi  Manahu Madhu  Mahura  Dhori || Kahayi Chori Sudhi Ahayi Ki Nahi | Swamini Kahihu Katha Mohi Pahi || Dhuyi Baradhana Bhoopa San Thathi | Magahu Aaju Judavahu Cchathi || Suthahi Raju Ramahi Banabasu | Dhehu Lehu Sab  Savathi Hulasu || Bhoopathi Ramasapatha Jab Karayi | Thab Magehu Jehi Bachanu Na Darayi || Hoyi  Akaju Aaju Nisi Beethe | Bachanu Mora  Priya Manehu Ji The ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Manthara influences Queen Kaikeyi to follow her advice

 

Chapter – 21– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Manthara influences Queen Kaikeyi to follow her advice

 

Devi Kaikeyi spoke passively “I have not committed sin towards anyone during my lifetime, I wonder I can’t even imagine what was the reason for the troubles mounted upon us all of a sudden. I would prefer to spend the rest of my life in my father’s Kingdom, instead of serving Devi Kausalya and the royal family.  No one would prefer to live with an enemy, even if it has all the luxuries of heaven, instead death would be appropriate.” Devi Kaikeyi continued to pour out her grief and anguish to the wicked hunch-back, who enjoyed every bit of it, began to speak as a well-wisher “Oh! Devi, do not give up, do not speak while you are grieving or angry, you will get back all your happiness and good fortune, and whoever plotted against you, and caused grief to you will reap the fruit of their misdeeds. Oh! Lady, ever since I have heard of the coronation of Rama as the King of Ayodhya, I have lost my appetite and sleep in the night, I have consulted with an astrologer, he assured me with a positive prediction that Bharatha shall be the King of Ayodhya. Oh!Bhamini/virtuous one, I shall advise you,  if you follow my suggestions sincerely, you may succeed to regain your fortune and happiness, the King must have certain obligations towards you too.”

 

Apane Chalatha Na  Aaju Lagi  Anabhala Kahuka Keenha | Kehi Adha Yekahi Bara Mohi Dhau Dhusaha Dhukhu Dheenha ||

Naihara Janamu Bharaba Baru Jayi | Jiatha Na Karabi Savathi Sevakayi || Ari  Basa Dhau Jiavath Jahi | Maranu Neeka Thehi Jeevana Chahi || Dheena Bachana Kaha Bahubidhi Rani | Suni Kubari Thiyamaya Dani || Asa Kasa Kahahu Mani Man Una | Sukhu Sohagu Thumha Kahu Dhina Dhoona || Jehi Raura Athi Anabhala Thaka | Soyi Payihi Yahu Phalu Paripaka || Jab  The  Kumatha Suna Mei Swamini | Bhookha Na Basara Neendha Na Jamini || Poocheau Guninha Rekha Thinha Khanchi | Bharatha Bhuala Hohi Yaha Sanchi || Bhamini Karahu Tha Kahau Upau | Hai  Thumhari  Seva  Basa Rau ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Manthara succeeds in her devious plans to manipulate the mind of Devi Kaikeyi

 

Chapter – 20– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Manthara succeeds in her devious plans to manipulate the mind of Devi Kaikeyi

 

Manathara spoke vehemently “You would be like the unfortunate Vinatha who was persecuted by Kadhru, the mother of serpent race, in the same manner, Devi Kausalya would dictate you, treat you as her servant after the coronation ceremony of Rama as the King of Ayodhya. Finally, Bharatha would be thrown into prison and tortured for no reason, and Lakshman would serve the newly crowned King Rama.” Devi Kaikeyi, daughter of Kaikeya shriveled listening to the most horrific predictions of Manthara after coronation of Rama, she could not utter a word out of anxiousness, her body quivered like the plantain tree, drenched in perspiration and agony. The wicked hunch-back, bit her tongue looking at the pathetic state of the queen, understood her traitorous act worked very well on Devi Kaikeyi, the way she has portrayed Bharatha and the queen had shaken the world before the queen. Manthara continued to fill the ears of Devi Kaikeyi with the miserable stories of the queens in the royal families and comforted the queen to be courageous and fight for her right. At last, Manthara succeeded in her plan to change the mind of Devi Kaikeyi completely, the queen has mistaken the heron as a swan, considered Manthara as a loyal servant, and praised her intelligence “Oh! Manthara, whatever told are absolutely right, I have been witnessing the bad omens for the last few days, my right part of the limb is trembling, I have been troubled by nightmares for the past few days, but I didn’t mention it to you. Oh! Manthara, I did not dream of anyone devious against me, I am innocent by nature, I cannot distinguish a friend and foe.”

 

Kadhru Binathahi Dheenha Dhukhu Thumhahi Kausila Deba | Bharathu Bandhigriha Seyihahi Lakhanu Rama Ke  Neba ||

Kakayasutha Sunatha Katu Bani | Kahi Na Sakayi Kacchu  Sahami Sukhani || Thana Paseau Kadhali Jimi Kapi | Kubari Dhasana Jeeba  Thab Chapi || Kahi Kahi Kotika  Kapata Kahani | Dheeraju Dharahu Prabodhisi Rani || Phira Karamu Priya Lagi  Kuchali | Bakihi Sarahayi Mani Marali || Sunu Manthara Bath Phuri Thori | Dhahini Aakhini Nitha  Pharakayi Mori || Dhin Prathi Dhekhau Rathi Kusapane | Kahau Na Thohi Moha Basa Apane || Kaha Karau Sakhi Soodha Subhau | Dhahina  Bama Na Janau Kau ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Ayodhya Kanda – Manthara infuses extreme fear and anguish in Devi Kaikeyi

 

Chapter – 19– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Ayodhya Kanda– Manthara infuses extreme fear and anguish in Devi Kaikeyi

 

The wicked hunch-back Manthara who is skilled in creating trouble discreetly influenced the queen Devi Kaikeyi with several mischievous stories related to the wives of Kings who were victimized in the families,  and the stories of jealousy and crookedness among the women in the royal families. It was unfortunate, Devi Kaikeyi kept great trust in sinful Manthra who continued aggressively “Oh! Devi, it is strange that you are not aware of the upcoming coronation ceremony of Rama as the King of Ayodhya. What do you know about the happenings in the Kingdom? Even the dull people know what’s happening around them, and know what’s good or bad, the preparation for the ceremony has been begun from the last fortnight, alas! you came to know about the ceremony from me today. Oh! Devi, I get my food and clothing from serving you, so I have spoken the truth to you, and you can’t blame me for that. If I speak lie to you, that would be awful, Almighty God will punish me. Anyways, it was God’s willing, the ceremony of coronation of Rama as the King of Ayodhya was disposed of, and He has sown the seeds of your misfortune. Oh! Devi, I swear to God and affirm you that you have been discarded from the royal family, like the fly from the milk. Oh! Lady, the coronation ceremony of Rama would change the status of you and your son Bharatha, both would remain as a servant in the family, sometimes you may be allowed to live in the fortress, otherwise not.”

Rachi Pachi Kotika  Kutilapana Keenhesi Kapata Prabodhu | Kahisi Katha Sath Savathi Kai Jehi Bidhi Bada Birodhu ||

Bhavi Basa Pratheethi Ura Ayi | Pooch Rani Puni Sapatha Devayi || Ka Poochahu Thumha Abahu Na Jana | Nijahitha Anahitha Pasu  Pahichana || Bhayau Pakhu Dhina Sajatha Samaju | Thumha Payi Sudhi Mohi San Aju || Khayia Pahiria Raj Thmhare | Sathya Kahe  Nahi Dhoshu Hamare || Jau Asathya Kacchu Kahab Banayi | Thau Bidhi Dheyihi  Hamahi Sajayi || Ramahi Thilaka Kali Jau Bhayau | Thumha Kahu Bipathi Beeju Bidhi Bayau || Rekha Khachayi Kahau Balu Bhashi | Bhamini Bhayihu Dhoodh Kayi Makhi || Jau Sutha Sahitha Karahu Sevakayi | Thau Dhara Rahahu Na Aana Upayi ||