Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Ravana orders to throw out Vibheeshana and the elderly minister Malyavan from the assembly

 

Chapter – 42– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Ravana orders to throw out Vibheeshana and the elderly minister Malyavan from the assembly

 

Vibheeshana spoke fervently “Oh! Ravana, I shall repeatedly prostrate before you, kindly leave your arrogance and pride, and worship Lord of Kosala. Our grandfather Sage Pulasthya has sent this message to you through one of his disciples. Oh! Dear brother, make use of this auspicious opportunity.” Ravana had a wise and elderly minister named Malyavan who was immensely delighted to hear the pious words of Vibheeshana. Malyavan spoke “Oh! Prabho, your elder brother is an ornament of wisdom, kindly follow the words of Vibheeshana that would bring all the auspiciousness to you.” Ravana shrieked in rage “These two fools are praising my enemy in my own assembly, is there anyone to throw them out of my sight?” The elderly minister Malyavan felt humiliated, immediately went out of the assembly. Vibheeshana continued to pray before Ravana with folded hands “Oh! Dear brother, the Puranas and Veda highly emphasize that goodness and evilness exist in all the Jeeva, wisdom brings prosperity and welfare, and immoral deeds bring constant suffering and grief. Oh! Brother, at this moment, you are dominated by evilness, hence you consider enemies as friends, and vice versa. I shall tell you the truth, Devi Sita represents Kalarathri/darkest hours of the night, your fondness for Devi Sita would bring the destruction of an entire demon clan.”

Bar Bar Padha Lagau Binaya Karau Dhasaseesa | ParihariMana Moha Madha Bhajahu Kosaladheesa || Muni Pulasthya Nija Sishya San Kahi Padayi Yaha Bath | Thuratha So Mei Prabhu San Kahi Payi Suavasaru Thatha ||

Malyavanth Athi Sachiva  Sayana| Thasu Bachana Suni Athi sukha Mana || Thatha Anuja Thava Neethi Bibooshana | So Ura  Dharahu Jo Kahatha Bibeeshana || Ripu Upakarasha Kahatha Sad Dhoau| Dhoori Na  Karahu Iha Iha Koau || Malyavanth Griha Gayau Bahori | Kahayi Bibeeshanu Puni Kara Jori || Sumathi Kumathi Thaha Sampathi Nana | Jaha Kumathi Thaha Bipathi Nidhana || Thava Ura  Kumathi Basi Bipareetha | Hitha Anahitha Manahu Ripu Preetha || Kalarathi Nisichara Kula keri | Thehi Seetha Par Preethi Ghaneri ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Vibheeshana advises Ravana to return Devi Sita to Lord Raghu

 

Chapter – 41– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Vibheeshana advises Ravana to return Devi Sita to Lord Raghu

 

Vibheeshana speaks “Oh! Brother, the impurities such as lust, anger, jealousy, desire, and greed are the paths that lead to hell. The saints whoever free from the impurities of Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathshcharya, Ahamkara, and Mamakara worship Lord of Raghu. Oh! Dear brother, do not misjudge Rama as an ordinary human being, he is the Lord of the Universe, and Lord Yama to death. He is all-pervasive Bhramam, Sacchidhananda Swaroopa Parmathma Parambhramam free from impurities, inseparable fr0m Maya, has neither birth nor death, unblemished, changeless, and eternal bliss. Oh! Brother, he is an ocean of mercy, incarnated for the welfare of Cow, Bhramin, deities, and n0ble souls. He is the delight of Mahatmas, and noble souls, he is the destroyer of sins, and he is the essence of Veda and scriptures, kindly give up your enmity to Lord Sri Ramachandra, take shelter at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra who is the remover of distress and agonies of worldly existence, he is the protector of the Jeeva who has taken shelter in him. Oh! Prabho kindly returns Devi Sita to Lord Sri Ramachandra, and worships him, he is beloved of all and the protector of Jeeva who is surrendered at his feet. Oh! Ravan, keep in your mind, it is that supreme Lord whose remembrance would destroy the Thapathraya has taken the form of a human being.”

Kama Krodha Madha Lobha Sab Natha Naraka Ke Pantha | Sab Parihari Raghubeerahi Bhajahu Bhajahi Jehi Santha ||

Thatha Rama Nahi Nara Bhoopala | Bhuvaneswara Kalahu Kara  Kala || Bhrama Anamaya Aja Bhagavantha | Byapaka Ajitha Anadhi Anantha|| Go Dhvija Dhenu Deva Hithakari | Kripasindhu Manusha Thanudhari || Janaranjjana Bhanjana Khala Bratha | Bedha Dharma Racchaka Sunu Bratha || Thahi Bayaru Thaji Nayia Matha | Pranatharathi Bhanjjana Raghunatha || Dhehu Natha Prabhu Kahau Baidhehi | Bhajahu Rama Binu Hethu Sanehi || Sarana Gaya Prabhu Thahu Na Thyaga | Biswa Dhroha Kritha Adha Jehi Laga || Jasu Nama Thraya Thapa Nasavan | Soyi Prabhu Pragata Samujju Jiya Ravan ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Vibheeshana’s advice to Ravana

 

Chapter – 40– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Vibheehana’s advice to Ravana

 

The ministers spoke “Oh! Prabho, as long as a minister, preceptor, and physician speak pleasant words, it would remove the trepidations, ignorance, and fear of illnesses and death.” It was a grave situation before Ravana, but the ministers were praised his might and overlooked the upcoming danger. Vibheeshana who has thoroughly sensed the situation bowed before Ravana and prostrated at his feet. Vibheeshana began to speak “Oh! Lord, you have asked the opinion of ministers, hence I take the opportunity to express my views, Oh! Brother, whoever seeks welfare, fame, wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune, while living on the Earth and afterlife should not set their eyes on a stranger’s wife, like the moon on the fourth night of Lunar month. Oh! Prabho, whoever hostile to living beings, even if he is the Lord of fourteen spheres would meet destruction. No one will speak good about a person, even though he is an ocean of virtues and brilliant, has a little bit of greed in him.”

 

Sachiva Baidha Guru Neethi Jau Priya Bolahi Bhaya Aasa | Raja Dharma Thana Theeni Kara Hoyi Begihi Nasa ||

Soyi Ravana Kahau Bani Sahayi | Asthuthi Karahi Sunayi Sunayi || Avasara Jani Bibooshanu Aava | Bhratha Charana Seesu Thehi Nava || Puni Siru Nayi Baita Nija Aasana | Bola Bachana Payi Anusasana || Jau Kripala Poochihu Mohi Batha | Mathi Anuroopa Kahau Hitha Thatha || Jo Aapana Chahai Kalyana | Sujasu Sumathi Subha Gathi Sukha Nana|| So Paranari Lilara Gosayi | Thajau Chauthi Ke Chandh Ki Nayi || chaudhaha Buvana Yek Pathi Hoyi | Bhoothadhroha Thishtayi Nahi Soyi || Guna Sagara Nagara Nara Joau | Alapa Bhala Kahayi Na Koau ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Ravana was perturbed listening to the arrival of Sri Ramachandra with multitudes of Vanaras and bears on the other side of the seashore

 

Chapter – 39– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Ravana was perturbed listening to the arrival of Sri Ramachandra with multitudes of Vanaras and bears on the other side of the seashore

 

Mandodhari speaks “Oh! Prabho, Ramabana is so powerful as a group of untamed elephants, cannot withstand the frogs like the demons. Oh! Prabho, kindly leave your stubbornness, utilize some safety measures before the Ramabana devour the frog-like demons.” Ravana who is arrogant and foolish by nature gave out a deafening laugh and spoke sarcastically “Oh! Devi, it is true that women are timid by nature, they are weak and get anxious even on the auspicious occasion. If the host of Vanaras enter in the city would become the feast for the demons, the guardian of fourteen spheres gets frightened of my valor, how ridiculous is that my wife is anxious about my enemies?” Ravana embraced Devi Mandodhari affectionately and left to the Assembly Hall. Mandodhari felt troubled at heart and thought that the fate of her beloved Lord has turned against him. As soon as Ravana was taken a seat on the majestic throne, the news has arrived from his emissaries that the enemies have reached on the other side of the ocean. Ravana sought the opinion of illustrious Ministers who were laughed out and spoke “Oh! Prabho, you need not worry at all, you have skillfully conquered all the deities and demons, hence do not get anxious about the humans and Vanaras who are naturally weak compared to us.”

 

Rama Bana Ahi Gana Sarisa Nikara  Nisachara Bheka | Jab Lagi Grasath Na Thab Lagi Jathanu Karahu Thaji Tek ||

Shravana Suni Sada Tha Kari Bani | Bihasa Jagatha Bidhitha Abhimani || Samaya Subhau Nari Kara Sacha | Mangala Mahu Bhaya Man Athi Kacha || Jau Aavayi Markata Katakayi | Jiahi Bichare Nisichara Khayi || Kampahi Lokap Jaki Thrasa | Thasu Nari Sabheetha Badi Hasa || Asa Kahi Bihasi Thahi Ura Layi | Chaleau Sabha Mamatha Adhikayi || Mandhodhari Hridhaya Kara Chintha| Bhayau Kantha Para Bidhi Bipareetha|| Baiteau Sabha Khabari Asi Payi| Sindhu Para Sena Sab Aayi || Boojjesi Sachiva Uchitha Matha Kahahu | The Sab Hase Mashta Kari Rahahu || Jithehu Surasura Thab Shrama Nahi | Nara Banara Kehi Lekhe Mahi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Devi Mandodhari advises Ravana to return Devi Sita to Lord Sri Ramachandra

 

Chapter – 38– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Devi Mandodhari advises Ravana to return Devi Sita to Lord Sri Ramachandra

 

The merciful Lord Rama accompanied by multitudes of Vanaras and bears arrived on the seashore and halted, soon the Vanaras and bears began their search for fruits. Ever since Kapishwara Lord Hanuman burned down the city of Lanka, the demons were lived in extreme horror, they have lost hope of their very existence after witnessing the might of the messenger of Lord Raghu, they were extremely terror-stricken thinking about the might of Lord of Raghu. Devi Mandodhari/Pattamahishi of Ravana came to know about the anxiousness of the people of Lanka from her female companions was perturbed. Devi Mandodhari met Ravana in solitude, prostrated before him, and spoke the words of supreme wisdom with folded hands “Oh! Prabho, kindly leave your enmity to Lord Sri Ramachandra. Oh! Prabho, kindly take my words seriously, if you desire the welfare of you and your family, call out for a minister and send Devi Sita safely back to Lord Raghu. The very thought of the frightening deeds of the messenger of Rama causing the miscarriage of the fetus of female demons. Devi Sita is a curse to the clan of demons, as the frost on the cluster of lotus flowers. Oh! Prabho, you cannot achieve any favor from Lord Shambhu or Lord Bhrama until you return Devi Sita to Lord Sri Ramachandra.”

Yehi Bidhi Jayi Kripanidhi Uthare Sagara Theera | Jaha Thaha Lage Khana Phala Bhalu Bipula Kapi Beera ||

Uha Nisachara Rahahi Sasamka | Jab The Jari Gayau Kapi Lanka || Nija Nija Griha Sab Karahi Bichara | Nahi Nisichara Kula Kera Ubara || Jasu Dhootha Bala Barani Na Jayi | Thehi Aaya Pura Kavana Bhalayi || Dhoothinha San Suni Purajana Bani | Mandhodhari Adhika Akulani || Rahasi Jori Kar Pathi Paga Lagi | Boli Bachana Neethi Rasa Pagi || Kantha Karasha Hari San Pariharahu | Mora Kaha Athi Hitha Hiya Dharahu || Samujjatha Jasu Dhootha Kayi Karani | Shravahi Garbha Rajanichara Dharani || Thasu Nari Nija Sachiva Bolayi | Padavahu Kantha Jo Chahau Bhalayi || Thava Kula Kamala Bipina  Dhukhadhayi | SeethA Seetha Nisa Sama Ayi || Sunahu Natha Seetha Binu Dheenhe | Hitha Na Thumhara Sambhu  Aja Keenhe ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The glorious expedition of Lord Sri Ramachandra to Lanka

 

Chapter – 37– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The glorious expedition of Lord Sri Ramachandra to Lanka

 

The elephants from eight directions trumpeted, Earth quivered, the ocean became unrest, and the mountains trembled, the deities, Gandharvas, Sages, Nagas, and Kinnaras rejoiced at heart, perceiving their troubles are going to end very soon. The multitudes of formidable Vanaras, crushed their teeth in anger, and hit their fist, and cheered in praise of Rama “Victory to Lord Sri Ramachandra! Victory to Lord Seethapathi ! Victory to Lord of Lords!”. The Lord Adishesha who bears the weight of the whole Universe on his thousand’s hoods experienced the tremor and felt wobbly again and again. Adishesha crushed his teeth, due to the heaviness of the Universe on the hood, rejoiced at heart thinking about the glorious expedition of Lord Sri Ramachandra to the city of Lanka.

 

Chikkarahi Dhigajja Dol Mahi Giri Lola Sagar Kharabhare | Mana Harasha Sama Gandharb Sura Muni Naga Kinnara Dhukha Dare || Katkatahi Markata Bikata Bhata Bahu Koti Kotinha Dhavahi | Jaya Rama Prabala Prathapa Kosalanatha Gungana Gavahi || Sahi Saka Na Bhara Udhara Ahipathi Bar Barahi Mohayi | Gaha Dhasana Puni Puni Kamada Prishta Kadora So Kimi Sohayi || Raghubeera Ruchira Prayana Prasthithi Jani Parma Suhavani | Janu Kamada Kharpara Sarparaja So Likhitha Abichala Pavani ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Lord Sri Ramachandra conducts expedition to Lanka

 

Chapter – 36– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Lord Sri Ramachandra conducts expedition to Lanka

 

Kapipathi Sugrivah called out for the Vanaras and bears in large number, soon they lined up before Sugrivah obediently. All those Vanaras and bears arrived in multitudes bowed before Kapipathi and prostrated at the lotus feet of Lord Raghu. The Supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra take a look at the troops of Vanaras and bears who arrived before him, and showered his compassionate grace on them, soon all those Vanaras and bears achieved immense strength and valor as if the huge mountains were equipped with fresh wings. Rama delightfully proceeded with the multitudes of Vanaras and bears to Lanka, on their way he witnessed several auspicious omens. Devi Sita came to know that the supreme Lord Paramathma Parambhramam who symbolizes auspiciousness proceeded with the multitudes of Vanaras and bears to Lanka, her left limbs quivered as a sign of auspiciousness. The multitudes of Vanaras and bears of mountain-sized, equipped with sharp teeth and nails as weapons, plucked huge trees on their way, created tremor on the Earth. As soon as they landed on the Earth with the huge trees and mountain-sized body, the Earth started to quiver, they have produced deafening roars walked behind Lord Sri Ramachandra, while the elephants from eight directions trumpeted at the arrival of mighty Lord Sri Ramachandra, accompanied by multitudes of Vanaras, and bears.

Kapipathi Begi Bolaye Aaye Joothapa Jootha | Nana Barana Athula Bala Banara Bhala Barootha ||

Prabhu Padhapankaja Navahi Seesa | Garjahi Bhalu Mahabala Keesa || Dhekhi Rama Sakala Kapi Sena | Chithayi Kripakari Rajeevanaina || Ramakripa Bala Payi Kapindha | Bhaye Pacchajutha Manahu Girindha || Harashi Rama Thab Keenha  Payana | Saguna Bhaye Sundhara Subha Nana || Jasu Sakala Mangalamaya Keethi | Thasu Payana Saguna Yaha Neethi || Prabhu Payana Jana Baidhehi | Pharaki Bama Anga Janu Kahi Dhehi || Joyi Joyi Saguna Janakihi Hoyi | Asaguna Bhayau Ravanahi Soyi || Chala Kataku Ko Baranai Para | Garjjahi Banara Bhalu Apara || Nakha Ayudha Giri Padhapadhari | Chale Gagana Mahi Icchadhari || Keharinadha Bhalu Kapi Karahi | Dagamagahi Dhiggajja Chikkarahi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman achieves the boon of Ananyabhakthi/relentless devotion at the lotus feet of Rama

 

Chapter – 35– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman achieves the boon of Ananyabhakthi/relentless devotion at the lotus feet of Rama

 

Hanuman speaks “Oh! Prabho, there is nothing impossible for the Jeeva who have achieved your grace. Oh! Prabho, your grace is enough to burn down the Badavagni/ the woodfire-like heap of cotton balls that represents the sufferings and grief of worldly existence. Oh! Prabho, if you are pleased, kindly grant me relentless devotion at your lotus feet, which is the source of supreme bliss.” Lord Rama was extremely delighted and uttered “Yevamasthu/let it be”. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Parvathi, whoever understands the true nature of the kind and compassionate Lord Sri Ramachandra wouldn’t ask for anything other than pure devotion/Ananya Bhakti. Whoever reads or listens to the conversation between Rama and Hanuman would attain the same kind of sincere devotion at the lotus feet of Lord Rama.” The host of Vanaras shrieked in joy “Hail Lord Sri Ramachandra! Hail Lord Sri Seetha Ram! Hail Lord Sri Ramachandra who is the essence of supreme bliss.” Lord of Raghu called out for Sugrivah and ordered “Oh! Sugrivah, make arrangements to proceed to Lanka, and make sure the Vanaras are ready for it.” The deities showered flowers in joy and returned to their respective abode.

Tha Kahau Prabu Kacchu Aagama Nahi Ja Par Thumha Anukoola | Thava Prabhava Badavanalahi Jari Sakayi Khalu Thoola ||

Natha Bhagathi Athi Sukhadhayani | Dhehu Kripa Kari Anapayani || Suni Prabhu Parama Sarala Kapi Bani | Yevamasthu Thab Kaheau Bhavani|| Uma Rama Subhau Jehi Jana | Thahi Bhajanu Thaji Bhava Na Aana || Yaha Sambadha Jasu Ura  Aava | Raghupathi Charana Bhagathi Soyi Pava || Suni Prabhu Bachana Kahahi Kapibrindha | Jaya Jaya Jaya Kripala Sukhakandha || Thab Raghupathi Kapipathihi Bolava| Kaha Chale Kara Karahu Banava || Ab Bilambu Kehi Karana Keeje | Thurath Kapinha Kahau Aayasu Dheeje || Kauthuka  Dhekhi Sumana Bahu Barashi | Nabha The Bhavana Chale Sura Harashi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The graciousness of Hanuman

 

Chapter – 34– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The graciousness of Hanuman

Hanuman who was listening to the passionate speeches of Lord Raghu transported to a state of ecstasy, gazed at the marvelous form of the Lord, shed tears, and prostrated at his lotus feet “Oh! Prabho kindly protects me.” Hanuman repeatedly prostrated before Lord Rama was raised from the ground, again and again, further the Lord was so absorbed watching the devotion of Hanuman, his lotus hand rested on the head of Hanuman. Lord Mahadeva has overcome with various emotions, felt there is no one fortunate as Hanuman, soon he regained the consciousness, and resumed narrating the glorious Ramacharitha to Devi Bhavani. Rama raised Hanuman from the ground, embraced him, and made him seated close. Rama spoke “Oh! Hanuman, how did you penetrate the stronghold of Ravana?” Hanuman noticed Lord Rama is all-pleasing, began to speak without pride “Oh! Prabho, although the Vanaras are skilled in the giant leap from one height to another, it was the grace of you given me the might to cross the hundreds of Yojana, burn the golden city of Lanka, kill the multitudes of demons, and destroy the pleasure gardens of Ravana, hence I should not pride in it. Oh! Prabho, it was all your mercy.”

Suni Prabhu Bachana Biloki Mukha Gatha Harashi Hanumantha | Charana Pareau Premakula Thrahi Thrahi Bhagavantha ||

Bar Bar Prabhu Chahayi Udava | Premamagana Thehi Udaba Na Bhava || Prabhu Kara Pankaja Kapi Ke Seesa | Sumiri So Dhasa Magana Gaureesa || Savadhana Mana Kari Puni Sankara | Lage Kahana Katha Athi Sundhara || Kapi Udayi Prabhu Hridhaya Lagava | Kara Gahi Parama Nikata Baitava || Kahu Kapi Ravana Palitha Lanka | KehiBidhi Dhaheau Dhurga Athi Banka || Prabhu Prasanna Jana Hanuman | Bola Bachana Bigatha Abhimana || Sakhamriga Kei Badi Manusayi | Sakha The Sakha Par Jayi || Nidhi Sindhu Hatakapura Jara | Nisichara Gana Badhi Bipina Ujara ||So Sab Thava Prathapa Raghurayi | Natha Na  Kachu Mori Prabhuthayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda –Rama praising the valor of Hanuman

 

Chapter – 33– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Rama praising the valor Hanuman

 

Hanuman speaks “Oh! Karunanidhi, every single moment seems to be a Yuga for Devi Sita, Oh! Prabho, kindly do something immediately to relieve her grief, and destroy your enemies with the might of your arms.” Prabhu Sri Ramachandra shed tears listening to the grief of Devi Sita and spoke “Oh! Vayuputhra, do you think the Jeeva who have taken shelter in me by word, mind, and deed undergo afflictions?” Hanuman spoke “Oh! Prabho, the Jeeva who is far from you is under constant misery and sorrow, like the demons of Lanka. You will definitely prove the might of your arm to the enemies and bring back Devi Sita.” Lord Rama spoke “Oh! Hanuman, Oh! Vayuputhra, Oh! Thatha, I am not indebted to any of the deities, humans, Sages or Rishis, you have served me with your mind, body and thought, hence I am obliged to you, I can’t repay the debt to you.” Thus Lord Rama praised Hanuman abundantly, the protector of deities/Surathratha besieged with various emotions and shed tears.

 

Nimisha Nimisha Karunanidhi Jahi Kalapa Sama Beethi | Begi Chalia Prabhu Ania Bhujabala Khala Dhala Jeethi ||

Suni Seetha  Dhukha Prabu Sukha Ayana | Bhari Aaye Jala Rajeeva Nayana || Bachana Kaya Mana  Mama Gathi Jahi | Sapanehu Boojia Bipathi Ki Thahi || Kaha Hanumantha Bipathi Prabhu Soyi | Jab Thava Sumirana Bhajana Na Hoyi || Kethika Bath Prabhu Jathudhana Ki | Ripuhi Jeethi Aanibi Janaki || Sunu Kapi Thohi Samana Upakari | Nahi Koau Sura Nara Muni Thanudhari || Prathi Upakara Karau Ka Thora | Sanmukha HoyiNa Sakatha Man Mora || Sunu Sutha Thohi Urina Mei Nahi | Dhekheau Kari Bichara Manamahi || Puni Puni Kapihi Chithavath Surathratha| Lochana Neera Pulaka Athi Gatha ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman describes the plight of Devi Sita in the Ashoka Vatika

 

Chapter – 32– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman describes the plight of Devi Sita in the Ashoka Vatika

 

Hanuman speaks “Oh! Prabho, Devi Sita spend her days and nights contemplating upon your lotus feet, uttering your sacred name ‘Ram Ram Ram’, absorbed in envisaging your marvelous form in the shrine of her mind and closing her eyes as the doors of the shrine, head hung down staring at her feet, finding no way to escape from the grief of separation from you. Oh! Prabho, while I was leaving Ashokavatika, Devi Sita handed me this precious Choodamani to deliver to you.” Lord Rama took the Choodamani thoughtfully from Hanuman, and kept it close to his chest, and shed tears. Hanuman continues with tears “Oh! Prabho, Devi Janaki uttered the following words in tears”, kindly listen to Devi Sita’s message “I shall prostrate before the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra, and his younger brother, Oh! Dheenabandhu, Oh! Pranatharththihara, I have devoted to you with mind, word, and deed, then why did you abandon me? Oh! Prabho, I admit my fault, I did not leave the mortal coil immediately after I have got separated from you. Oh! Prabho, it was the agony of separation from you prevented me from leaving the mortal coil, the grief of separation from you torturing me like flames, the deep sighs are the wind that rejuvinates the flames and my body as a heap of cotton ball burning in the flames, that would have been consumed my physical body, but the longing to see your marvelous form causes my eyes drenched in tears, and it prevents the flames of grief devour my physical body.”  Hanuman speaks “Oh! Prabho, you are the savior of the distressed soul, and Devi Janaki is in utter grief and agony, hence I need not speak about it further.”

Nama Paharu Dhivasa Nisi Dhyana Thumhara Kapata | Lochana Nijapadha Jathritha Jahi Prana Kehi Bat ||

Chalatha Mohi Choodamani Dheenhi | Raghupathi Hridhaya Layi Soyi  Leenhi || Natha Jugala Lochana Bhari Bari | Bachana  Kahe Kacchu Janakakumari || Anuja Sametha Gahehu Prabhu Charana | Dheenbandhu Pranatharathi Harana || Mana Krama Bachana Charana Anuragi | Kehi Aparadha Natha Hau Thyagi || Avaguna  Yek Mora Mei Mana | Bicchurath Prana Na  Keenha Payana || Natha So Nayananhi Ko Aparadha | Nisaratha Prana Karahi Hadi Badha || Biraha Agni Thanu Thoola Sameera | Swasa  Jarayi Cchana Mahi Sareera || Nayana Shravahi Jalu Nija Hitha Lagi | Jarai Na  Pava Dheha Birahagi || Seetha Kai Athi Bipathi Bisala | Binahi Kahe Bhali Dheenadhayala ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The pleasing conversation of Lord Raghu with Hanuman

 

Chapter – 31– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The pleasing conversation of Lord Raghu with Hanuman

 

The compassionate Lord Sri Ramachandra embraced the host of Vanaras affectionately, and enquired their welfare was replied in chorus “Oh! Prabho, all is well with your grace.” Jambavan spoke reverentially “Oh! Prabho, Oh! Sri Ramachandra, Oh! Lord of Raghu, kindly continue to shower your compassionate grace on us that would keep the deities, humans, Sages, and Rishis, fortunate and happy. Oh! Raghuraya, you are unconquerable, modest and ocean of virtues, your fame is widespread in the fourteen worlds. Oh! Prabho, our birth has become fruitful today, the achievement of Vayuputhra Hanuman can’t be described in words even for the thousand tongued Adhishesha.” Jambavan explained the valor of Hanuman to Lord of Raghu, the merciful Lord was highly pleased and embraced Hanuman and asked “Oh! Vayuputhra, Oh! Hanuman, tell me how does Devi Sita, daughter of King Janaka surviving in the midst of dreadful demons? How does she pass the miserable day and nights in the Ashokavatika?”

Preethi Sahitha Sab Bhete Raghupathi Karuna Punja | Poochi Kusala Natha Ab Kusala Dhekhi Padhapankaja||

Jambavanth Kaha Sunu Raghuraya | Ja Par Natha Karahu Thumha Dhaya || Thahi Sadha Subha Kusala Niranthara | Sura Nara  Muni Prasanna Tha Ooopar || Soyi  Bijayi Binayi Gunasagara | Thasu Sujasu Thrailoka Ujagara || Prabhu Ki Kripa  Bhayau Sabu Kaju| Janma Hamara Suphala Bha Aaju || Natha Pavanasutha Keenhi Jo Karani | Sahasahu Mukha Na  Jayi So Barani || Pavanathanaya Ke Charitha Suhaye | Jambavanth Raghupathihi Sunaye || Sunatha Kripanidhi Man Athi Bhaye | Puni Hanumana Harashi Hiya  Laye || Kahahu Thatha Kehi Bhanthi Janaki | Rahathi Karathi Raccha  Svaprana  Ki ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Vanaras and Sugrivah meets Lord of Raghu

 

Chapter – 30– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Vanaras and Sugrivah meets Lord of Raghu

 

The guards of Madhuvana reported to King Sugrivah about the mayhem caused by prince Angadha and his army. Sugrivah rejoiced at heart and assumed that the Vanaras might have returned after the successful completion of the task of Lord Sri Ramachandra. Otherwise, they do not have the courage to return back to the Kingdom or destroy the Madhuvana. Therefore, they must have known the whereabouts of Devi Sita.” Thus, Sugrivah smiled, soon he could hear the arrival of the host of Vanaras, all of them bowed before Sugrivah was greeted with great love and respect, and enquired their welfare was replied in chorus “Oh! Prabho, we are safe and sound at your lotus feet, and the task of Lord Sri Ramachandra was successfully carried out with his grace. Oh! Lord, it was Hanuman who protected the lives of Vanaras.” Sugrivah repeatedly embraced Hanuman and greeted him with great reverence, eventually, he returned to Lord Rama accompanied by the host of Vanaras. Rama was extremely delighted to see the return of the host of Vanaras after accomplishing the task. Rama and Lakshman who were seated on the crystal rock were greeted by the host of Vanaras and prostrated before the Lord.

Jayi Pukare The Sab Ban Ujara Jubaraja | Suni Sugreevah Harasha Kapi Kari Aaye Prabhu Kaja ||

Jau Na Hothi Seetha Sudhi Payi | Madhubana Ke Phala Sakahi Ki Khayi || Yehi Bidhi Mana Bichara Kara Raja| Aayi Gaye Kapi Sahitha Samaja || Aayi Sabanihi Nava Padha Seesa | Mileau Sabinhi Athi Prema Kapeesa || Poochi Kusala Kusala Padha  Dhekhi | Ramakripa Bha Kaju Biseshi || Natha Kaju Keenheau Hanumana | Rakhe Sakala Kapinha Ke Prana || Suni Sugreevah Bahuri Thehi Mileau | Kapinha Sahitha Raghupathi Pahi Chaleau || Rama Kapinha Jab Aavath Dhekha | Kiya Kaju Man Harasha Bisesha || Phatika Sila Baite Dhvau Bhayi | Pare Sakala Kapi Charananhi Jayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The destruction of Madhuvana, the pleasure garden of Sugrivah by the Vanaras

 

Chapter – 29– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The destruction of Madhuvana, the pleasure garden of Sugrivah by the Vanaras

 

Hanuman pacified Devi Janaki with his sweet nectar-like advice and prepared to leave Ashoka Vatika, he repeatedly prostrated before Devi Janaki and set forth his journey to meet Rama. He produced a deafening roar that caused a miscarriage of female demons in Lanka. Thus, Hanuman took a giant leap across the ocean of hundred Yojana, arrived on the other side of the shore, greeted his companions with the shriek of joy and cries. All of the Vanaras got relieved from the grief at the sight of Hanuman as if they were reborn. They have noticed the cheerfulness of Hanuman and has great effulgence itself revealed the successful accomplishment of the task of Lord Sri Ramachandra, the army of Vanaras felt relieved from the fear and anxiousness, like the fishes in the muddy water get anxiousness of the scarcity of water. All the Vanaras joyfully began their journey to meet Lord Rama, all their way, they have discussed the successful task of Hanuman, finally, they have arrived in the pleasure garden of Sugrivah. The Vanaras got approval from Angadha to consume luscious fruits from the Madhuvana/pleasure garden of Sugriva. Soon all the Vanaras entered the beautiful garden, ate stomachs full of fruits, and began to thrash the trees and creepers, immediately the guards approached the Vanaras with the logs were beaten badly, eventually they fled from the spot.

Janakasuthahi Samujjayi Kari Bahu Bidhi Dheeraju Dheenha | Charanakamala Siru Nayi Kapi Gavanu Rama Pahi Keenha ||

Chalatha Mahadhuni Garjesi Bhari | Garbha Shravahi Suni  Nisichara Nari || Nadhi Sindhu Yehi Parahi Aava | Sabadha Kilikila Kapinha Sunava || Harashe Sab Biloki Hanumana | Noothana Janma  Kapinha Thab Jana || Mukha Prasanna Than Theja Biraja | Keenhesi Ramachandra Kara Kaja|| Mile  Sakala Athi Bhaye Sukhari | Thalaphath Meena Pava Jimi Bari || Chale Harashi Ragunayaka Pasa | Poochatha Kahatha  Navala Ithihasa || Thab Madhuban Bheethar Sab Aye | Angadha Sammatha Madhuphala Khaye || Rakhavare  Jab  Barajana Lage | Mushti Prahar Hanatha Sab Bhage ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Devi Sita offers Choodamani to Hanuman to pass on to Lord Raghu

 

Chapter – 28– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Devi Sita offers Choodamani to Hanuman to pass on to Lord Raghu

 

Hanuman took a deep plunge in the ocean water, and got rid of the exhaustion, assumed a minuscule form and appeared before Devi Sita, and stood before Jaganmatha Janakanandhini with folded hands and spoke “Oh! Mother, kindly be gracious, give me any one of your beloved possessions to deliver to Lord of Raghu.” Immediately, Devi Sita removed the ornament adorned on her hair /Choodamani, and handed cheerfully to Hanuman, and spoke “Oh! Vayuputhra, Oh! Dear son, convey my salutation and loving inquiries to Lord Raghu. My beloved Lord is omniscient, who is all-pervasive, ocean of mercy, protector of distressed souls, yet pass on my message to protect me from the grief and sufferings. Oh! Son, kindly remind the incident of Jayantha who is the son of Lord Indra, have disguised as a crow and pecked on my feet, and keep reminding the might of his arms that are well capable to destroy the enemies, if my beloved Lord did not make a visit in a month, he can’t see me alive. Oh! Dear son, how can I protect my life from the mighty demon Ravana, your mere appearance brought me intense relief from the grief, now the time has arrived for your return, I have to continue the days and night of weariness.”

Pooch BuJJayi Khoyi Shrama Dhari Laghuroopa Bahori | Janakasutha Ke Aage  Dad Bhayau Kar Jori ||

Mathu Mohi Dheeje Kacchu Cheenha | Jaise  Raghunayaka Mohi Dheenha || Choodamani Uthari Thab Dhayau | Harasha Sametha Pavanasutha Layau || Kaheahu Thatha Asa  Mor Pranama | Sab Prakara Prabhu Poornakama || Dheenadhayala Biridhu Sambhari | Harahu Natha Mama Sankata  Bhari || Thatha Sakrasutha Katha Sunayehu | Bana  Prathapa Prabhuhi Samujjayehu || Masa Dhivasa Mahau Nathu Na Aava | Thau Puni Mohi Jiatha Nahi Pava || Kahu Kapi Kehi Bidhi Rakhau Prana | Thumhahu Thatha Kahatha Ab Jana || Thehi Dhekhi Seethali Bhayi Cchathi | Puni Mo  Kahau Soyi Dhinu So Rathi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman burned down the entire city of Lanka except the fortress of Vibheeshana

 

Chapter – 27– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman burned down the entire city of Lanka except the fortress of Vibheeshana

 

At that moment, the Lord Vayu with all his Maruthganas immensely contributed to the purpose of Hanuman who roared and laughed out boisterously, increased the size of his body to a great extent, stood close to the sky. He darted from one palace to another at a great speed with the fire on the tail, in this way set fire in the entire city of Lanka. The people were panic-struck fled to different directions aimlessly, the enormous flames engulfed the city, all that heard of cries of the demons “Oh! Father, Oh! Mother, who will save us from this danger? He is not a Vanara, it is the deity in the form of a Vanara, as a result of humiliating a noble- soul caused us to burn in the flames as if there is no wise Master in the City of Lanka.” Shortly Hanuman burned the whole city of Lanka, except the fortress of Vibeeshana. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Bhavani, Hanuman was unperturbed, because he was the emissary of Lord Sri Ramachandra who has created the Fire. Thus, Hanuman burnt the whole city of Lanka into ashes, and took shelter in the cool waters of the ocean.”

Hari Preritha Thehi Avasara  Chale Marutha Unachasa | Attahasa Kari Garjja Kapi Badi Laga Aakasa ||

Dheha Bisala Parama Haruayi | Mandhira The Mandhira Chada Dhayi || Jarayi Nagara Bha Loga Bihala | Japat Lapat Bahu Koti Karala|| Thatha Mathu Ha Sunia Pukara | Yehi Avasara Ko Hamahi Ubara || Ham Jo Kaha Yaha Kapi Nahi Hoyi | Banara Roopa Dhare Sura Koyi || Sadhu Avagya  Kara Phalu Yesa | Jarayi Nagara Anatha Kara Jaisa || Jara Nagaru Nimisha Yek Mahi | Yek Bibeeshana Kara Griha Nahi || Tha Kara Dhootha Anala Jehi  Sirija | Jara Na  So Thehi Karana Girija || Ulati Palati Lanka Sab Jari | Koodhi Para Puni Sindhu Majjari ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The demons set fire on the tail of Hanuman caused chaos in the city of Lanka

 

Chapter – 26– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The demons set fire on the tail of Hanuman caused chaos in the city of Lanka

 

Ravana spoke wickedly “You know, Vanaras are fond of their tail, they take immense pride in it, so set fire on his tail, add some oiled rags on his tail and set fire, the Vanara will return to its Master without its tail bring shame to him. So that I could see his Master’s might as well.” Hanuman smiled at heart and thought “Goddess Sarada played her trick on the tongue of Ravana and it would be helpful for me.” Soon the demons brought ragged clothes dipped in oil, tied around the tail of Hanuman, as soon as they began to put hands on the tail of Hanuman, it started to grow bigger and bigger in size, thus the ghee, oil, clothes were become not enough, they started to feel the scarcity of the materials to set fire on the tail of Hanuman who playfully kept increasing the length of his tail. The people of Lanka assembled around the huge Vanara and took pleasure in physically abusing him. They set fire on the tail of Hanuman, took him all over the city accompanied by drumbeats, and several demons. Hanuman looked at his tail that was enough to set fire in the whole city, slipped out of the hands of the demons, leaped on the golden fortresses and stunning pleasure gardens at a great speed which caused chaos among the demons.

Kapi Ke Mamatha  Pooch Par Sabahi Kahau Samujjayi | Thel Bori Pata Bandhi Puni Pavaka Dhehu Lagayi ||

Poochaheena Banara Thaha Jayihi | Thab Sad Nija Nathahi Layi Aayihi || Jinha Kai Keenhisi Bahuth Badayi | Dhekhau Mei Thinha Kai Prabhuthayi || Bachana Sunatha Kapimana Musukana | Bhayi Sahaya Saradha Mei Jana || Jathudhana Suni Ravana Bachana | Lage  Rachai Mooda Soyi Rachana || Raha Na  Nagara Basana Dhritha Thela | Badi Pooch  Keenha  Kapi Khela || Kauthuka  Kaha Aaye Purabasi | Marahi Charana Karahi Bahu Hasi || Bajahi Dol Dhehi Sab Thari | Nagara Pheri Puni Pooch Prajari || Pavaka Jaratha Dhekhi Hanumantha | Bhayau Parama Laghuroopa Thurantha || Nibuki Chadeau Kapi Kanaka Atari | Bhayi Sabeetha  Nisichara Nari ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Ravana orders to disfigure Hanuman and send him back to Rama

 

Chapter – 25– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Ravana orders to disfigure Hanuman and send him back to Rama

 

Hanuman speaks “Oh! Dhashanan, leave your pride and arrogance, that is the Thamasik nature could contribute ignorance, eventually push the Jeeva into extreme agony and sufferings, contemplate upon Lord Sri Ramachandra who is Lord of Raghu's, extremely kind and compassionate to his devotees.” Thus, Hanuman gave lectures on Bhakti, Gnana, and Vairagya were laughed out by Ravana, and spoke arrogantly “Oh! Vanara, we have found a wise monkey in our assembly, your death is hanging above your head which made you speak wise words, Oh! Wicked Vanara, you will see what’s going to happen with you for the humiliation and your advice to me.” Hanuman retorted “I could clearly perceive that you are under illusion, no one can protect you.” Ravana shrieked annoyingly “Who is there to kill this Vanara?” Soon haughty demons from different directions rushed to Hanuman, that very moment Vibheeshana hurried with his ministers to the assembly, bowed before Ravana, and spoke “Oh! Lord of demons, Oh! Bhratha, killing a messenger is against the statecraft, an emissary of the opponent should not be killed, can be punished in different ways.” All cheered at the opinion of Vibheeshana, “This is great knowledge.” Ravana haughtily replied, “Then, disfigure the Vanara and send him back to his Master.”

Mohamoola  Bahu Soola Pradha Thyagahu Thama Abimana | Bhajahu Rama Raghunayaka Kripa Sindhu Bhagavana||

Jadhapi Kahi Kapi Athi Hitha Bani | Bhagathi Bibeka Birathi Naya Sani || Bola  Bihasi Maha Abimani | Mila Hamahi Kapi Guru Bada Gyani || Mrithyu Nikata Aayi Khala Thohi | Lagesi Adhama Sikhavana Mohi || Ulata Hoyihi Kaha Hanumana | Mathibhrama Thora Pragata Mei Jana || Suni Kapi Bachana Bahuth Khisiana | Begi Na  Harahu Mooda Kara Prana || Sunatha Nisachara Marana Dhaye| Sachivanha Sahitha Bibeeshanu Aaye | Nayi Seesa KariBinaya Bahootha | Neethi Birodha Na Maria Dhootha || Aana Dhanda Kacchu Karia Gosayi | Sabahi Kaha Manthra Bhalabhayi || Sunatha Bihasi Bola Dhasakandhara | Anga Bhanga  Kari Padayia Bandhara ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda –The fortune, happiness, wealth, fame, and the richness of the Jeeva who has no faith in Lord Sri Ramachandra would leave after some time, though it stays for a while, like the rivers that have no perennial source of water gets dried up without rain showers

 

Chapter – 24– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda–The fortune, happiness, wealth, fame, and  the richness of a disbeliever would leave after some time, though it stays for a while, like the rivers that have no perennial source of water gets dried up without rain showers

Hanuman speaks “Oh! Dhashanan, surrender to the supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra who is Pranathapala/protector of the distressed souls, Karunasindhu/ocean of mercy, Raghunayaka/Lord of Raghu's, Kharari/slayer of demon Khara, he will forgive you and protects you. Oh! Ravana, contemplate upon that supreme Lord Rama and enjoy worldly pleasure as the King of Lanka. The glory of your grandfather Sage Pulasya is the untainted moon, do not be a speck in that moon, leave your arrogance and ignorance, contemplate upon that Lord Rama. Oh! Surari, a beautiful woman adorned in various precious ornaments all over the body, but without clothes does not look attractive. The fortune, happiness, wealth, fame, richness of a Jeeva who has no faith in Lord Sri Ramachandra would leave after some time, though it stays for a while, like the rivers that have no perennial source of water gets dried up without rain showers. Oh! Dhashanan listens to me carefully, I promise you, there is no deity that will protect you if you turn hostile against Lord Rama, an enemy of Lord Rama can’t get protected from thousands of Lords Bhrama, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shankara.”

 

Pranathapala Raghunayaka Karunasindhu Kharari | Gaye Sarana Prabhu Rakhihai Thava  Aparadha Bisari ||

Rama Charana Pankaja Ura Dharahu | Lanka Achala Raju Thumha Karahu || Risihi Pulastha Jasu Bimala Bhayanka | Thehi Sasi Mahau Jani Hohu Kalanka || Ramanama Binu Gira Na Soha | Dhekhu Bichari Thyagi Madha Moha || Basana Heena Nahi Soha Surari | Sab Bhooshana Bhooshitha Bara Nari || Rama Bimukha Sampathi Prabhuthayi | Jayi Rahi Payi Binu Payi || Sajala Moola Jinha Sarithanha Nahi | Barashi Gaya Puni  Thabahi Sukhahi || Sunu Dhasakanda Kahau Pana Ropi | Bimukha Rama Thratha Nahi Kopi || Sankara Sahasa Bishnu Aja Thohi | Sakahi Na Rakhi Ramakara Dhrohi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman advises Ravana to leave enmity to Lord Sri Ramachandra and return Devi Sita

 

Chapter – 23– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman advises Ravana to leave enmity to Lord Sri Ramachandra and return Devi Sita

 

Hanuman spoke graciously “Oh! Dhashanan, I am the emissary of that supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra who is unconquerable, capable to defeat all the animate and inanimate things in this Universe, you have abducted his beloved consort, Devi Sita, in his absence. Oh! Ravana, I know your might thoroughly, you had a conflict with Sahasrabhahu and Vali.” Ravana laughed out scornfully at Hanuman who spoke thoughtfully, “Listen, Dhashanan, I have destroyed your pleasure garden as all other monkeys do, I ate the fruits from the garden because I was hungry. Oh! Lord, who does not love their life? I am not different from anyone, your army of demons attacked me, hence I had to repay what they deserve the best to protect myself from death. Oh! Ravana, your son Meghanatha fastened me with the Bhramasthra, I am not ashamed of it at all, I am always keen to serve my supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra. Oh!, Mighty Ravana, I request you with joined palms, do not keep enmity with Lord Rama, give up your arrogance and heed to my words. At this moment, you have to think about the welfare of your clan, get rid of your ignorance, and surrender at the lotus feet of Lord Rama,  get rid of your fear and anxiousness. The Supreme Lord Rama will not leave his devotees in distress, do not antagonize with him, he represents Yama who devours the animate and inanimate in the Universe. It is my sincere request to you to give up your haughtiness, and return Devi Sita safely back to Lord Rama.”

Jake Bala Lavalesa The Jithehu Charachara Jjari | Thasu Dhootha Mei Ja Kari Hari  Anehu Priya Nari ||

Janau Mei Thumhari Prabhuthayi | Sahasabahu San Pari Larayi || Samara Bali Sana Kari Jasu Pava | Suni Kapi Bachana Bihasi Biharava || Khayau Phala Prabhu Lagi Bhookha | Kapi Subhav The Thoreau Rookha || Sab Ke  Dheha Paramapriya Swami | Marahi Mohi Kumaraga Gami || Jinha Mohi Mara The Mei Mare | Thehi Par Bandheau Thanaya Thumhare || Mohi Na  Kacchu Bandhe Kayi Laja |Keenha Chahau Nija Prabhu Kara Kaja || Binathi Karau Jori Kara Ravana | Sunahu Mana Thaji Mora Sikhavana || Dhekhahu Thumha Nija Kulahi  Bichari | Bhrama Thaji Bhajahu Bhagatha Bhayahari || Jake Dar Athi Kala Derayi | Jo Sura Asura Charachara Khayi || Thasau Bayaru Kabahu Nahi Keejai | More  Kahe  Janaki Dheejai ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The conversation between Ravana and Hanuman

 

Chapter – 22– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The conversation between Ravana and Hanuman

 

Dhashanan’s boisterous laugh echoed all over the palace watching the mighty Vanara before him, soon the thought of the death of his younger son Akshakumara pushed him gloomy. Ravana spoke haughtily “Oh! Vanara, who are you? Why did you destroy the entire pleasure garden? Haven’t heard my might yet? Who prompted you to do such mayhem in the Ashokavatika? Why did you kill the multitudes of the army of demons? You are exceptionally brave, Oh! Fool, aren’t you fear of death?” Hanuman spoke passionately “Oh! Dhashanan, listen to me carefully, ponder over the supreme Lord Rama whose inseparable Maya creates the multitudes of Universe and its living and non-living things, Oh! Dhashanan, ponder over the supreme Lord Rama who is the Lord of Lords, represents Lord Bhrama, the creator, Lord Vishnu the preserver and Lord Rudra the destroyer, and carry out the functions of the Universe, Oh! Ten-headed demon, ponder over the supreme Lord Rama who is the essence of thousand hooded Adishesha carries the entire weight of all the Bhramanda on his hood. Oh! Dhashanan, ponder over the supreme Lord Rama who incarnates on the Earth to reinstate Dharma, provides welfare and happiness to the noble souls and Mahatmas with his passionate sport, and destroys the wicked demons like you. Oh! Dhashanan, ponder over the supreme Lord Sri Rama who broke the powerful bow of Lord Shambhu in the assembly of King Janaka, thereby crushed your pride. Oh! Wicked, ponder over the supreme Lord Rama who has matchless valor, killed the mighty demons Khara, Dhooshana and Thrishirass, and multitudes of your army.”

Kapihi Biloki Dhasanana Bihasa Kahi Dhurbadha | Sutha Badha Surathi Keenhi Puni Upaja Hridhaya Bishadha ||

Kaha Lankesa Kavana Thai Keesa | Kehi Ke  Bala  Ghalehi Bana Kheesa || Ki Dhau Shravana  Sunehi Nahi Mohi | Dhekheau Athi  Asamka Sada Thohi || Mare Nisichara Kehi Aparadha | Kahu Sad Thohi Na Prana Kayi Badha || Sunu Ravana Bhramanda Nikaya | Payi Jasu Bala Birachathi Maya || Jake Bala Biranchi Hari Esa | Palatha Srijatha Haratha Dhasaseesa || Ja Bala Seesa Dharatha Sahasanan | Andakosa Sametha  Giri Kanana || Dharayi Jo Bibidha  Dheha Surathratha | Thumha Se Sadanha Sikhavanu Dhatha || Hara Kodhanda Kadina Jehi Bhanja | Thehi sametha  Nripa Dhala  Dhala Madha Ganja || Khara Dhooshana Thrisira  Aru Bali | Badhe  Sakala Athulitha Balasali ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Meghanath fastened Hanuman with the Bhramasthra and brought him in the assembly of Ravana

 

Chapter – 21– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Meghanath fastened Hanuman with the Bhramasthra and brought him in the assembly of Ravana

 

Hanuman and Meghanath of equal strength fought each other for a while, finally, Meghanath invoked Bhramasthra aiming at Hanuman. Kapipathi thought “If I did not surrender to the powerful weapon Bhramasthra, the glory of the Astra would vanish in the air, hence I should surrender to it whatever may come I should not let it happen.” Meghanath shot the Bhramasthra against Hanuman, which caused mayhem on the battlefield, eventually, Hanuman fell unconscious. Soon, all the demons gathered around Hanuman, tied him with the Nagapasha and whatever bark of trees available around him, that made the Bhramasthra instantly retract its power with the touch of impure materials, but Hanuman pretended himself unconscious, immediately several haughty demons carried him with great enthusiasm and marched towards the assembly of Ravana. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Bhavani, do you think the Bhramasthra hurt Hanuman, the ardent devotee, and emissary of Lord Sri Ramachandra who removes the bondage of the Jeeva, and protects from the repeated cycles of births and miseries of worldly existence? Hanuman graciously accepted the Bhramasthra invoked against him and let it bound him for a while, as a service to that supreme Lord Ramachandra.” The demons were extremely delighted to find that the Vanara was under control, captured, and brought it safely to the assembly. Thus, Hanuman arrived in the majestic assembly of Ravana which was beyond description. The deities stood in the assembly with their hands folded, without blinking their eyes looked at Ravana and were waiting for his order to accomplish. Hanuman stood fearless before the assembly of Ravana, like the King of birds remain unperturbed in the midst of venomous serpents.

Bhrama Asthra Thehi Sadha Kapi Mana Keenha Bichara |Jau Na Bhramasara Manau Mahima Mitayi Apara ||

Bhramabana Kapi Kahau Thehi Mara | Parathihau Bara Kataku Sandhara || Thehi Dhekha Kapi Mooruchitha Bhayau | Nagapasa Bandhesi Lai Gayau || Jasu Nama Japi Sunahu Bhavani | Bhavabandhana Katahi Nara Gyani|| Thasu Dhootha Ki Bandha Tharu Ava | Prabhu Karaja Lagi Kapihi Bandhava || Kapibandhana suni Nisichara Dhae | Kauthuka Lagi Sabha Sab Aaye || Dhasamukha Sabha Dheekhi Kapi Jayi | Kahi Na  Jayi Kacchu Athi Prabhuthayi || Kara Jore Sura Dhisipa Bineetha | Bhrukuti Bilokatha Sakala Sabheetha || Dhekhi Prathapa Na Kapi Mana Sanka | Jimi Ahigana Mahau Garuda  Asamka ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman’s battle against Mehghanatha/Indhrajeeth

 

Chapter – 20– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman’s battle against Mehghanatha/Indhrajeeth

 

Thus, the multitudes of warriors of demons either met their death on the battle with Hanuman, or were crushed under his feet, some of them flew from the battlefield approached Ravana “Oh! Rajan, the Vanara appeared from nowhere is too powerful to defeat.” Ravana could not control his grief knowing Akshakumara was killed in the battle with the Vanara, his eyes were blazing in rage, called out for his elder son Meghanatha, and ordered him to kill the Vanara or bring him alive. Soon Meghanatha/Indhrajeeth, appeared before Hanuman with a huge number of mighty demons were welcomed with an earsplitting roar, and crushed his teeth in rage, banged his fist in anger, hurried against the mighty demons. Hanuman uprooted a huge tree and thrashed on the chariot of Meghanatha was thrown him out of it, further seized the mighty warriors of demons and crushed them under his limbs, some of them were crushed under his feet and body parts. Thus, Hanuman killed the entire army of Meganatha and stood before him,  like the two elephants are ready to confront each other. Hanuman gave a hard punch with his fist on Meghanatha caused to lay unconscious for a moment, soon gathered his courage and utilized various Asthrashathras against his opponent, realizing that the Vanara, son of Lord Vayu is not easy to conquer.

Kacchu Maresi Kacchu Mardhesi Kacchu Milayesi Dhari Dhoori | Kacchu Puni Jayi Pukare Prabhu Markata Bala Bhoori ||

Sunisutha  Badha Lakesa Risana | Padayesi Meghanadha Balavana || Marasi Jani Sutha Bandhesu Thahi| Dhekhia Kapihi Kaha Kara Aahi|| Chala Indhrajith Athulitha Jodha | Bandhu Nidhana Suni Upaja Krodha || Kapi Dhekha Dharuna Bhata Aava | Kata Katayi Garja Aru Dhava || Athi Bisala Tharu Yek Upara | Biratha Keenha Lankesa Kumara || Rahe  Mahabhat Thake Sanga | Gahi  Gahi Kapi Mardhayi Nija Anga || Thinhahi Nipathi Thahi San Baja | Bhire Jugala Manahu Gajaraja || Mudika Mari Chada Tharu Jayi | Thahi Yek Cchana Moorccha Aayi || Udi Bahori Keenihasi Bahu Maya | Jeethi Na  Jayi Prabhanjana Jaya ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman’s battle against Akshakumara, the younger son of Ravana

Chapter – 19– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman’s battle against Akshakumara, the younger son of Ravana

 

Devi Sita remembered the might of Vanara, and spoke “Oh! Son, you can feast on the succulent fruits from the garden, go contemplating upon Lord Raghu.” He bowed head and dashed to the grove, took great pleasure in the luscious fruits at heart's content, shortly he started breaking down the huge trees in the garden. The demons who were guarding the pleasure garden approached with various weapons were brutally wounded and killed by Hanuman, rest of the demons flee for life, approached their King Ravan “Oh! Lord, there was a huge Vanara appeared from nowhere, eaten stomach full of luscious fruits, and destroying the entire garden, the guards approached him were killed brutally.” Ravana ordered in fury, to get hold of the Vanara alive. Soon multitudes of demons with various vicious weapons approached Hanuman, some of them were killed with his loud roar, others were crushed under his feet, and some fled for life, thus the multitude of the army of Ravana was destroyed in a short while. Ravana assigned his youngest son Prince Akshakumara along with mighty warriors approached Hanuman were confronted with huge pillars and trees in the garden, all of them got killed in the battle, and Akshakumara was thrown out of the chariot, met his terrible death on the battlefield, and Hanuman’s roar reverberated in the entire Lanka.

Dhekhi Budhdhi Bala Nipuna  Kapi Kaheau Janaki Jahu | Raghupathi Charana Hridhaya Dhari Thatha Madhuraphala Khahu ||

Chaleau Nayi Siru Paiteau Baga | Phala Khayesi Tharu Thorau Laga || Rahe  Thaha Bahu Bhata Rakhavare | Kacchu Maresi Kacchu Jayi Pukare || Natha Yek Aava Kapi Bhari | Thehi Asoka Batika Ujari || Khayesi Phala Aru Bitapa Upare | Racchaka Mardhi Mardhi Mahi Dare || Suni Ravana Padaye Bhata Nana | Thinhahi Dhekhi Garjeau Hanumana || Sab Rachanichara Kapi Sandhare | Gaye Pukarath Kacchu Adhamare || Puni Padathau Thehi Acchakumara | Chala sanga Lai Subhata Apara || Aavath Dhekhi Bitapa Gahi Tharja | Thahi Nipathi  Mahadhuni Garja ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman receives blessings from Devi Sita

Chapter – 18– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman receives blessings from Devi Sita

 

Hanuman spoke “Oh! Mother, do you know the Vanaras does not possess might or valor or wisdom, it was the grace of supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra, even Garuda swallow the snake.” Devi Sita felt gratified listening to the words of Hanuman which was full of love and devotion to Lord Rama, and was abundantly praising the might, valor of the Lord, she was thoroughly understood Hanuman is the fervent devotee of Rama and blessed him “Oh! Dear son, may you live long! You are the repository of virtue and valor. May you live long without Jara/aging, Vyadhi/illness, and Bhaya/fear and anxiousness! May that Lord of Raghu shower an abundance of grace upon you!” The nectar-like blessing of Devi Sita fell into the ears of Hanuman “May the supreme Lord be gracious to you!’ he was transported into a state of ecstasy, repeatedly prostrated before Devi Sita, and spoke with folded hands “Oh! Mother, I have achieved all that I have desired with the blessings of you. Oh! Mother, I feel so hungry watching the luscious fruits in the garden.” Devi Sita spoke worriedly “Oh! Dear son, this garden is protected by dreadful demons.” Hanuman replied “Oh! Mother, do not worry about them and I am not afraid of them, all I need is your approval.”

Sunu Matha Shakhamriga Nahi Bala Budhdhi Bisala | Prabhu Prathapa The  Garudahi Khayi Parama Laghu Byala ||

Man Santhosha Sunatha Kapi Bani | Bhagathi Prathapa Theja Bala Sani || Aasish Dheenhi Ramapriya Jana | Hohu Thatha Bala Seela Nidhana || Ajara Amara Gunanidhi Sutha Hohu | Karahu Bahuth Raghunayaka Cchohu || Karahu Kripa Prabhu Asa Suni Kana | Nirbhara Prema Magana Hanumana || Bara Bara Nayesi Padha Seesa | Bola Bachana Jori Kara Keesa || Ab Krithakrithya Bhayau Mei Matha | Aasish Thava Amogha Bikhyatha || Sunahu Mathu Mohi Athisaya Bhookha | Lagi Dhekhi Sundhara Phala Rookha || Sunu Sutha Karahi Bipina Rakhvari | Parama Subhata Rajanichara Bhari || Thinha Kara Bhaya Matha Mohi Nahi | Jau Thumha Sukha  Manahu Manmahi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Devi Sita witnesses the mighty form of Hanuman resembled Mount Sumeru

 

Chapter – 17– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Devi Sita witnesses the mighty form of Hanuman resembled Mount Sumeru

 

Hanuman spoke “Oh! Mother, the cluster of demons are moth before the powerful flame like the arrows of Lord Raghu. Oh! Mother, kindly be fearless, you will see the destruction of demons before your eyes. If Lord of Raghu was aware of your existence in the city of Lanka, you would not face these hardships in your life, Oh! Mother, the moment Lord Raghu’s powerful arrows like Sun pierce the hearts of the demons, they would vanish like the darkness in the night. Oh! Mother, I am all prepared to take you to Lord Rama, I promise upon Lord Rama, although I haven’t received any instructions from the Lord. Therefore, wait patiently for a few more days, till Lord of Raghu arrives with the multitude of Vanaras to Lanka. Oh! Mother, he will annihilate the entire clan of demons and take you to Ayodhya, you will see the illustrious Sage Narada and others would sing in praise of his glories.” Devi Sita spoke grimly “Oh! Son, all the Vanaras must be tiny as you, whereas the demons are mountain-sized, how did they confront the haughty demons?” Hanuman assumed his real mountain-sized form listening to the thoughtful speech of Mother Sita.  Hanuman majestically stood before Devi Sita, he has great stature and had the appearance of Mount Sumeru, eyes resembled fireballs, sharp nails, and vicious teeth, etc. Devi Sita assured herself that Hanuman is the essence of valor, might, and intelligence, soon he reduced his colossal form.

Nisichara Nikara  Pathanga Sama Raghupathi Bana Krisanu | Janani Hridhaya Dheera Dharu Jare Nisachara Janu ||

Jau Raghubeera Hothi Sudhi Payi | Karathe Nahi Bilambu Raghurayi || Rama Bana Rabi Uya Janaki | Thama Barootha Kaha Jathudhana Ki || Abahi Mathu Mei Jau Lavayi | Prabhu Ayasu Nahi Rama Dhohayi || Kacchuka Dhivasa Janani Dharu Dheera | Kapinha Sahitha Ayihahi Raghubeera || Nisichara Mari Thehi LaiJaihahi | Thihau Pura Naradhadhi Jasu Jauhahi || Hai Sutha Kapi Sab Thumhahi Samana | Jathudhana Athi Bhat Balavana || More Hridhaya Parama Sandheha | Suni Kapi Pragata Keenhi Nija Dheha || Kanaka Boodharakara Sareera | Samara Bhayankara Athibala Beera || Seetha Mana Bharosa  Thab Bhayau | Puni Laghuroopa Pavanasutha Layau ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Hanuman conveys the message of Lord Rama to Devi Sita

 

Chapter – 16– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Hanuman conveys the message of Lord Rama to Devi Sita

 

Hanuman spoke, “Oh! Mother, kindly control your grief, listen to the messages of Lord Raghupathi” while saying so, Hanuman could not control his tears, his voice was trailed. Hanuman conveyed the message of Rama “Oh! Sita, ever since I have been separated from you, everything seemed different to me, the fresh tender leaves look like the tongue of flame, the nights appear to me as utter dissolution, the cool moon rays scorching like the sunrays, the bed of lotus appears as a bed of spears, the raindrops feel like the hot oil. That beautiful nature was attractive to me once were turned as tormenting, the cool breeze carrying the rich fragrance of flowers appears as the hissing of the serpent. The grief shared with someone would reduce to some extent, alas! I have no one to speak to or no one can understand my pain of separation from you. The fact is that the love and affection shared between us causing intense grief, you can understand the pain very well, we both are sailing on the same ferry, my mind is always taking pleasure in your thoughts.” Devi Vaidhehi too absorbed in a deep love for Rama, forgot her body consciousness, after listening to the grief of Rama. Hanuman spoke solemnly “Oh! Mother, regain your consciousness, contemplate upon the lotus feet of Lord Rama, who is the delight of his devotees, contemplate upon the glorious legends of the Lord and get rid of your grief.”

Raghupathi Kar Sandhesu Ab Sunu Janani Dhari Dheera | Asa Kahi Kapi Gadhgadh Bhayau Bhare Bilochana Neera ||

Kaheau Rama Biyoga  Thava Seetha | Mo Kahu Sakala Bhaye Bipareetha || Nava Tharu Kisalaya Manahu Krisanu | Kala Nisa  Sama Nisi Sasi Bhanu || Kubalaya Bipina Kunthabana Sarisa | Baridha Thapatha Thela Janu Barisa || Je Hitha Rahe  Karatha Theyi Peera | Uraga Swasa Sama Thribidha Sameera || Kaheahu The Kacchu Dhukha Ghati Hoyi | Kahi Kahau Yaha Jana Na Koyi || Thaththva Prema Kara Mama Aru Thora | Janath Priya Yeku Manu Mora || So  Manu Sadha Rahath Thohi Pahi | Janu Preethi Rasu Yethanehi Mahi || Prabhu Sandhesu Sunatha Baidhehi | Magana Prema Thana Sudhi Nahi Thehi || Kaha Kapi Hridhaya Dheera Dharu Matha | Sumiru Rama Sevaka Sukhadha || Ura Aanahu Raghupathi Prabhuthayi | Suni Mama Bachana Thajahu Kadharayi ||