Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Ravana’s battle against the mighty Vanaras

 

Chapter - 82– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Ravana’s battle against the mighty Vanaras

 

The Vanaras resembled death on the battlefield, covered their huge bodies in the blood, roared like thunder clouds, crushed the demons under their feet and limbs, slapped and tore off their bodies with their sharp nails and teeth, adopted all the techniques to eliminate the enemies. The Vanaras and bears produced shrill cries seized the demons, ripped off their bellies, and hung their intestine as a garland around their neck, resembled several Nrisimha, Lord of Prahladha on the battlefield, the whole atmosphere reverberated with the cries of “Seize him! Kill him! Cut him into pieces! Knockdown!”, added glories to Lord Sri Ramachandra who transforms the blade of grass into Asthra and vice versa.

 

Ravana witnessed the sharp decline of the army of demons, he mounted on the chariot in extreme rage and wielded bow on the pair of ten hands and instructed the demons on the battlefield to keep themselves away, his twenty eyes were reddened in fury, his chariot darted to the troop of Vanaras and bears. At that moment, the Vanaras hurled huge trees and rocks upon Ravana whose mighty stature stood firm on the chariot, the rocks hurled on him turned into pieces. He drove the chariot amidst the Vanaras and bears aimlessly, crushing them under the chariot, the Vanaras and bears shrieked for help “Oh! Angadha, Oh! Vayuputhra, help us, Oh! Lord of Raghu, Kosaladheesha, Oh! Raghuveera kindly protects us from the mouth of death.” Ravana saw the Vanaras and bears started to flee from the battlefield, immediately he fitted arrows on the ten bows.

 

Krudhdhe Krithantha  Samana Kapi Than Sravatha Sonitha Rajahi | Mardhahi Nisachara Kataka Bhata Balavantha Ghana Jimi Gajahi || Marahi  Chapetanhi Dati Dhathanha Kati Lathanha Mijahi | Chikkarahi Markata Bhalu  Chal Bala Karahi Jehi Khala  Cchijahi || Dhari Gala Pharahi Ura Bidharahi Gala Athavari Melahi | Prahladhapathi Janu Bibidha Thanu Dhari Samara Angana Khelahi || Dharu Maru Katu Paccharu Gora Gira Gagana Mahi Bhari Rahi | Jayarama Jo Thrina The Kulisa Kara Kulisa The Kara Thrina Sahi ||

 

Nija Dhala  Bichalatha Dhekhesi Beesa Bhuja Dhasa Chapa | Ratha Chadi Chaleau Dhasanana Phirahu Phirahu Kari Dhapa ||

Dhayau Paramakrudhdha Dhasakandhara | Sanmukha Chale Hooha Dhau Bandhara || Gahikara Padhapa Upala Pahara | Dareanhi Tha Para Yekahi Bara || Lagahi Saila Bhraja Thana Thasu | Khnda Khanda Hoyi Phootahi Aasu || Chala Na  Achala Raha Ratha Ropi | Rana Dhurmadha Ravana Athi Kopi || Itha Utha Jjapati Dhapati Kapi Jodha | Mardhai Laga Bhayau Athi Krodha || Chale Parayi Bhalu Kapi Nana | Thrahi Thrahi Angadha Hanumana || Pahi Pahi Raghubeera Gosayi | Yaha Khala Khayi Kala Ki Nayi || Thehi Dhekhe Kapi Sakala Parane | Dhasahu Chapa Sayaka Sandhane ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The description of the battle between Vanaras and demons

 

Chapter - 81– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The description of the battle between Vanaras and demons

 

Rama spoke pleasantly “Oh! Dear friend, Vibheeshana, whoever possesses the chariot of vows, pieties, and austerities can conquer the mighty and invisible foe known as an attachment to worldly matters and bondage.” Vibheeshana clasped the feet of Raghunandhan in extreme joy “Oh! Prabho, you have utilized this opportunity to impart the highest of wisdom, Oh! Prabho, you are an embodiment of bliss and knowledge.” On the battlefield, Ravana shrieked at Vanaras to meet their fate in the hands of dreadful demons, while Angadha, Hanuman like mighty warriors were all prepared to battle against them, soon a fierce battle broke out between Vanaras and demons. The deities, Siddhas, Lord Bhrama, celestials arrived to witness the battle between Rama and Ravana. Lord Mahadeva spoke “Oh! Devi Uma, I was also among the deities to witness the glorious war between Rama and Ravana.” The deities eulogized the valor and virtues of Rama, both the demons and Vanaras were maddened with the passion to battle against each other, the Vanaras and bears led the war field with the grace of Lord Sri Ramachandra. They tore each other in vengeance, caught the enemies on leg and thrashed on the ground, showered rocks and trees on each other, they caught the enemies and ripped off their limbs, the bears and Vanaras killed several demons and buried under the sand. The Vanaras and bears resembled the death who desperately fought against the demons.

 

Maha Ajaya Samsara Ripu Jeethi Sakayi So Beera | Jake Asa Ratha Hoyi Dhrida Sunahu Sakha Mathidheera || Suni Prabhu Bachana Bibeeshana Harashi Gahe Padhakanjja | Yehi Misa Mohi Upadhesahu Ramakripa Sukha Punjja | Utha Pachara Dhasakandhara Itha Angadha Hanumana | Laratha Nisachara Bhalu Kapi Kari Nija Nija Prabhu Aana ||

Sura Bhramadhi Sidhdha Muni Nana | Dhekhatha Rana Nabha Chade Bimana || Hamahu Uma Rahe Thehi Sanga | Dhekhatha Ramacharitha Ranaranga || Subhata Samara Rasa Dhuhu Dhisi Mathe | Kapi Jayaseela Ramabala  Thathe || Yek Yek San Bhirahi Pacharahi | Yekanha Yek Mardhi Mahi Parahi || Marahi Katahi Dharahi Paccharahi | Seesa Thori Seesanha san Marahi || Udhara Bidharahi Bhuja  Uparahi | Gahi Padha Avani Pataki Bhata Darahi || Nisichara Bhata Mahi Gadahi Bhalu | Oopara Dari Dhehi Bahu Balu || Beera Balimukha Judhdha Birudhdhe | Dhekhiatha Bipula Kala Janu  Krudhdhe ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The conversation between Vibheeshana and Rama

 

Chapter - 80– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The conversation between Vibheeshana and Rama

 

The mighty Vanaras and bears in multitudes who resembled mountains without wings rushed to the demons, carrying huge trees and rocks on their hands, with the sharp nails and teeth as a weapon, fearless by nature cheered in excitement “Hail Rama! Hail Seethapathi Sri Ramachandra who resemble lion to the untamed elephant-like Ravana!” and they sang in praise of Lord Sri Ramachandra. The demons praising the might of the demon king Ravana, and the Vanaras and bears praising the glories of Sri Ramachandra, engaged in a fierce battle, the war field echoed the sounds of ‘Victory!  Victory!”. Vibheeshana who has grown too fond of Rama noticed his elder brother Ravan mounted on the magnificent chariot and Rama, the Lord of Raghu, without a chariot on the battlefield, it pushed him in utter dismay, he prostrated at the feet of Lord Rama, and spoke in tears “Oh! Prabho, you have no chariot or shield to protect your body, or you have no pair of feet cover, how could you fight against that mighty demon?” The merciful Lord Sri Ramachandra spoke “Oh! Vibheeshana, Oh! Dear Friend, listen to me carefully, I shall explain the real nature of a chariot, its four wheels represent valor and fortitude, the banner and standard of the chariot represent truthfulness and good conduct, the four horses of the chariot represent, strength, self-control, discretion, and benevolence, the reins on the horses represent forgiveness, compassion, and steadfastness. The faith and devotion are the charioteers, the dispassion is the shield, and the contentment is the sword, charity is the axe, the spear represents wisdom/supreme knowledge, the bow represents determination, the quiver represents pure and firm mind, and the Yama and Niyamas/austerities, penance, vows, are the powerful arrows. The selfless service to Bhramin and preceptors are the supreme Kavacha/shield, that brings fruitfulness to the task. Oh! Dear friend, whoever owns the chariot of piety, austerities, vows, shall have no enemies.”

 

Dhaye Bisala Karala Markata Bhalu Kala Samana The | Manahu Sapaccha Udahi Bhoodharabrindha Nana Bana The ||

Nakha Dhasana Saila Mahadhrumayudha  Sabala Sanka Na  Manahi | Jaya Rama Ravana Maththagaja Mrigaraja Sujasu Bakhanahi ||

Dhuhu Dhisi Jaya Jayakara Kari Nija Nija Jori Jani | Bhire Beera Itha Ramahi Utha Ravanahi Bakhani ||

Ravanu Rathi Biratha Raghubeera | Dhekhi Bibheeshana Bhayau Adheeera || Adhika Preethi Mana Bha  Sandheha | Bandhi Charana Kaha Sahitha Saneha || Natha Na Ratha Nahi Thana Padhathrana | KehiBidhi Jithab Beera Balavana || Sunahu Sakha Kaha Kripanidhana | Jehi Jaya Hoyi So Syandhana Aana || Sauraja Dheeraj Thehi Ratha Chaka | Sathya Seela Dhrida Dhvaja Pathaka || Bala Bibeka Dhama Parahitha Ghore | Cchama Kripa Samatha Raju Jore || Esa  Bhajanu Sarathi Sujana | Birathi Charma Santhosha Kripana || Dhana Parasu Budhi Saththi Prachanda | Bara Bigyana Kadina Kodhanda || Amala Achala Mana Throna Samana | Sama Jama Niyama Silimukha Nana || Kavacha Abhedha  Bipra  Gurupuja | Yehi Sama Bijaya Upaya Na  Dhooja || Sakha Dharmamaya Asa Ratha Jake | Jithana Kaha Na  Kathahu Ripu Thake ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The description of the army of Ravana

 

Chapter - 79– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The description of the army of Ravana

 

Ravana and his army of demons witnessed various inauspicious omens, the weapons slipped out of his hands, the warriors were thrown out of the chariot, horses and elephants were produced loud cries and unwilling to move on the pathways, jackals, vultures, dogs, and donkeys gave out a shrill cry, the owls uttered alarming sounds like the messengers of death. The Jeeva who is sinful, soaked in impurities of Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathshcharya, Ahamkara, and Mamakara, and completely drenched in illusion, physical and sensual pleasures, afar from the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra, could ever dream of happiness? The huge army of demons overlooked all the ill omens and sallied forth to the battlefield followed by Chathurangasena/chariot, elephants, horses, and men, mounted on various vehicles, decorated with the banners of different colors, dutifully marched to the battlefield. The disorderly elephants and horses marched to the battlefield were resembled the rainy clouds scattered by the heavy wind. The multitudes of demons attired in magnificent clothes, wielded in several vicious weapons, skilled in war tactics and illusionary powers moved to the battleground. The army of demons was beyond description, the elephants that were guarding the eight directions staggered, the earth quivered, the ocean became agitated, the mountains trembled, the dust-covered the atmosphere concealed the sunlight, and the air stood standstill. The sounds of kettledrums resembled the deafening noise of thunder at the time of deluge, the pipe instruments gladdened the heart of the warriors, the heroes roared like lions and revealed their might. Ravana cheered “Oh! Warriors, eliminate the mass of  Vanaras and bears from the battlefield, while I slay the two hermits.” He ordered his men to proceed to the battlefield, the Vanaras who perceived the mighty demons on the war field, rushed towards them in millions and millions contemplating upon the supreme Lord Rama.

 

Athi Garba Ganayi Na Saguna Asaguna Sravahi Aayudha Hath The | Bhata  Giratha Ratha The  Baji Gaja Chikkaratha Bhajahi Sath The || Gomaya Geedha Karala Khara Rava Swavana Bolahi Athi Ghane | Janu Kaladhootha Ulooka Bolahi Bachana Parama Bhayavane ||

Thahi Ki Sampathi Saguna Subha Sapanehu Mana Bishrama | Bhootha Dhroha Ratha Mohabasa Rama Bimukha Rathi Kama ||

Chaleau Nisachara Kataku Apara | Charangini Ani Bahudhara || Bibidha Bhanthi Bahana Ratha Jana | Bipula Barana Pathaka Dhwaja Nana|| Chale Maththagaja  Jootha Ghanere | Prabita Jaladha Marutha Janu Prere || Barana Barana Biradhaitha Nikaya | Samara Soora Janahi Bahu Maya || Athi Bichithra Bahini Biraji | Beera Basantha Sena Janu Saji || Chalatha Kataka Dhigasindhura Dagahi | Chumbitha Payodhi Koodhara Dagmagahi || Udi Renu Rabi Gayau Cchapayi | Marutha Thakitha Basudha Akulayi || Pavana Nisana Ghora Rava Bajahi | Pralayasamaya Ke Ghana Janu Gajahi || Bheri Napheeri Baja  Sahanayi | Maru Raga Subhata Sukhadhayi || Kehari Nadha Beera Sab Karahi | Nija Nija Bala Paurusha Uccharahi || Kahayi  Dhasanana Sunahu Subhatta | Mardhahu Bhalu Kapinha Ke Datta || Hau Marihau Bhoopa Dhau Bhayi | Asa Kahi Sanmukha Phauja Regayi || Yaha Sudhi Sakala Kapinha Jab Payi |  Dhaye Kari Raghubeera Dhohayi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Ravana hurries to the battlefield followed by the large army of demons

 

Chapter - 78– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Ravana hurries to the battlefield followed by the large army of demons

 

Dhashanan pacified the women who were lamenting over the death of Indhrajeeth, “Always remember the truth that the Prakrithi/all the material matters are perishable.” He taught the people about the absolute truth, the destructible nature of material matters, although he was sinful, and engaged in immoral deeds. There are a few who follow what they preach, some take great pleasure in preaching wisdom and rarely make an effort to follow them. The next morning all the Vanaras and bears took their seats on the four gates of the palace, Dhashanan summoned his army chief and ordered “I have decided to teach my enemies with the might of my arms, hence if anyone scared to enter the battlefield can retire right now, I will take care of their lives, they have to face dire consequences of it.  I wholly depend on the might of my arms, I have brought hostility towards Rama, and I will give a befitting reply to the enemies who invaded us.” Ravana wielded in weapons, mounted on the grand chariot, and rushed to the battlefield. The war field echoed with the clattering sounds of weapons, there were several demons that accompanied by Ravana, they have experienced various bad omens on their way, Ravana rushed forth like a storm, did not pay attention to the visible signs of death, he was proud of the might of his arms.

 

Thab Dhasakanda Bibidhi Bidhi Samujjayi Sab Nari | Nasvararoopa Jagatha Sab Dhekhahu Hridhaya Bichari ||

Thinhahi Gyana Upadhesa Ravana| Aapuna Mandha Katha Subha Pavana || Para Upadesa Kusala Bahuthere | Je Accharahi The Nara Na Ghanere || Nisa  Sirani Bhayau Bhinusara | Lage Bhalu Kapi Charihu Dhwara || Subhata Bolayi Dhasanana Bola | Rana Sanmukha Ja Kara Mana Dola|| So Abahi Baru Jau Parayi | Sanjuga Bimukha Bhaya Na Bhalayi|| Nijabhuja Bala Mei Batharu Badava | Dhehau Utharu Jo Ripu Chadi Aava || Asa Kahi Marutha Bega Ratha Saja | Baje  Sakala Jujjau Baja || Chale Beera Sab Athulitha Bali | Janu Kajjala Kai Aandhi Chali || Asaguna Amitha Hohi Thehi Kala | Ganayi Na Bhuja  Balagarba Bisala ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The death of Meghanatha brought extreme grief to Ravana and Devi Mandodhari

 

Chapter - 77– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The death of Meghanatha brought extreme grief  to Ravana and Devi Mandodhari

 

Meghanatha while leaving the mortal coil uttered “Where is Ramanuja, Lakshman? Where is Rama?”, Angadha and Hanuman exclaimed, “Your mother is fortunate to have you as her son, at last, you have pronounced the sacred name of Lord Rama while leaving the mortal coil.” Hanuman carried the lifeless body of Meghanatha and deposited it at the entrance of the Palace of Ravana. The deities and celestials rejoiced over the death of the demon Indhrajeeth, showered flowers, sung in praise of Rama, Lord of Raghu, and the sounds of divine instruments reverberated all over the sky, the deities and Siddhas cheered in extreme joy “Hail Lord Anantha! Hail Ramanuja! Hail Lord of Raghu! Hail the supporter of Universe!” Thus, the celestials eulogized the glory of Lakshman, it was the hours of dusk Lakshman returned to the camp of Rama. Dhashanan lost consciousness after witnessing the lifeless body of Indhrajeeth, could not control the grief of death, Devi Mandodhari wept bitterly beating her chest in utter pain, the people of Lanka doomed to gloominess, and everyone cursed the pride and arrogance of Ravana.

 

Ramanuja Kaha Ramu Kaha Asa Kahi Cchadesi Prana | Dhanya Dhanya Thava Janani Kaha Angadha Hanumana ||

Binu Prayasa Hanumana Udayo | Lanka Dhwara Rakhi Puni Aayo || Thasu Marana Suni Sura  Gandharba | Chadi Bimana Aaye Nabha Sarba || Barashi Sumana Dhudhunbi Bajavahi | Sree Raghunatha Bimala Jasu Gavahi || Jaya Anantha Jaya  Jagadhadhara | Thumha Prabhu Sab Dhevanhi Nisthara || Asthuthi Kari Sura Sidhdha Sidhaye | Lacchimana Kripasindhu Pahi Aaye || Sutha Badha Suna Dhasanana Jabahi | Moorucchitha Bhayau Pareau Mahi Thabahi || Mandhodhari Rudhana Kara Bhari | Ura Thadana Bahu Bhanthi Pukari || Nagara Loga Sab Byakula Socha | Sakala Kahahi Dhasakandhara Pocha ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The mighty Meghanatha was killed on the battlefield by Lakshman

 

Chapter - 76– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The mighty Meghanatha was killed on the battlefield by Lakshman

 

Lakshman who is none 0ther than Adhishesha prostrated at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra, and proceeded to the battlefield followed by the mighty Vanaras Angadha, Hanuman, Nala, Neela, Mayandha, etc. Lakshman along with his army of Vanaras arrived at the place where Meghanatha was performing fire sacrifice, found the pool of blood and buffalos close to the sacrificial fire, soon the Vanaras scattered all the sacrificial ingredients, creating a mess all over the place, but Meghanath seated firm without moving an inch, Vanaras played all the tricks on him was made an effort to scatter away was failed, they kicked him hardly, punched him, pulled his hair, finally Meghanatha rushed to get his trident and chased out all the Vanaras from the cave, all those Vanaras took shelter at feet of Lakshman.  Meghanatha approached Lakshman with a loud roar, infuriated by the obstacles caused in the fire sacrifice, Hanuman hurried to Meghanatha was hit by his powerful trident on the chest. Meghanatha hurled the trident on Lakshman was broken into two with the might of his arrow, meanwhile, Angadha and Hanuman attacked Meghanatha but the demon stood gigantically even more powerful, finally, the Vanaras and bears realized that it’s not easy to conquer Meghanatha, so they returned to Lakshman. Soon Meghanatha hurried to Lakshman with a boisterous shriek, resembled death, Lakshman showered arrows resembled thunderbolt on Meghanatha, was avoided tactfully with his illusionary powers, he assumed various forms on the battlefield, the Vanaras got confused and realized that the enemy cannot be conquered easily. Lakshman hovered over Meghanath in extreme rage, thought already been given several opportunities to save Meghanatha from death, contemplating upon Lord Rama, Lakshman shot an arrow on his chest, that pierced the heart of Meghanatha, soon he has withdrawn all those illusionary powers at the moment of death.

Raghupathi Charana Nayi Siru Chaleau Thurantha Anantha | Angadha Neela Mayandha Nala sanga Subhata Hanumantha ||

Jayi Kapinha So Dhekha Baisa | Aahuthi Dhetha Rudhira Aru  Bhaisa || Keenha Kapinha Sab Jagya Bidhamsa | Jab Na  Udayi Thab Karahi Prasamsa || Thadhapi Na Udayi Dhareanhi Kacha Jayi | Lathanhi Hathi Hathi Chale Parayi || Lai Thrisoola  Dhava kapi Bhage | Aaye Jaha Ramanuja Aage || Aava Parama Krodhakara Mara | Garja Ghora Rava Barahi Bara || Kopi Maruthasutha Angadha  Dhaye | Hathi Thrisoola Ura Dharani Giraye || Prabhu Kaha Cchadesi Soola Prachanda | Sara Hathi Kritha Anantha Juga Khanda || Udi Bahori Maruthi Jubaraja | Hathahi Kopi Thehi Dhau Na Baja || Phire Beera Ripu Marayi Na Mara | Thab Dhava Kari Ghora Chikara || Aavath Dhekhi Krudhdha Janu Kala | Lacchimana Cchade Bisikha Karala || Dhekhesi Aavath Pabi Sama Bana | Thuratha Bhayau Khala Anthardhana || Bibidha Besha Dhari Karayi Larayi | Kabahuka Pragata Kabahu Dhuri Jayi || Dhekhi Ajaya Ripu Darpe Keesa | Paramakrudhdha Thab Bhayau Aheesa || Lacchimana Mana Asa Manthra Dhridava | Yehi Papihi Mei Bahuth Khelava || Sumiri Kosaladheesa  Prathapa | Sara Sandhana Keenha Kari  Dhapa || Cchada Bana Majj Ura Laga | Marathi  Bar Kapatu Sab Thyaga ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Lakshman proceeds to battle against Meghanatha

 

Chapter - 75– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Lakshman proceeds to battle against Meghanatha

 

King of birds Garuda hurried to the battlefield and ate up the serpents created by illusionary powers of Meghanatha, all the Vanaras and bears got rid of the Nagapasha and fear, rejoiced at heart, once again they have picked up huge rocks and trees on their hands and hurried to demons who were utterly confused taken a seat on the wall of the fortress. When Meganatha regained consciousness, saw him before his father Ravana, was completely ashamed of his fate. Meghanatha did not wait for long, hurried to the mountain cave to perform a sacrifice that could keep him invisible on the battlefield.  Vibheeshana came to know about the scheme of Indhrajeeth, hurried to Lord Rama, and expressed his concern “Oh! Prabho, you have incomparable and glories, the wicked Meghanatha who is the master of illusionary powers performing a fire sacrifice, if he has completed the sacrifice, it would be difficult to get him killed on the battlefield. Therefore, kindly do something to stop him from the performance of sacrifice.” Lord of Raghu expressed his gratitude to Vibheeshana and summoned Angadha and the mighty Vanaras, and spoke to Lakshman “Oh! Brother, you may proceed to the battlefield with the mighty Vanaras, Angadha, Sughrivah, and Vibheeshana, you should not allow Meghanatha to complete the fire sacrifice, Oh! Brother, it is your responsibility to kill Meghanatha on the battlefield. I can’t bear to watch the deities in distress any longer, Jambavan, Sugrivah and Vibheeshana will be following you with their army of Vanaras and bears.” Lakshman who is enthusiastic, staunch in battle, wielded on bow and arrow, contemplated the glories of Lord Sri Ramachandra, and spoke words that resembled the deafening thunder “Oh! Lord of Raghu, If I did not accomplish my task, kill Meghanatha on the battlefield, I will be no longer addressed as the servant of Lord Sri Ramachandra. I promise on Lord Sri Ramachandra, I will kill Meghanatha even if he was protected by hundreds of Lords Shambhu.”

 

Khagapathi Sab Dhari Khaye Maya Naga Barootha | Maya Bigatha Bhaye Sab Harashe Banara Jootha || Gahi Giri Padhapa Upala Nakha Dhaye Keesa Risayi | Chale Thameechara Bikalathara Gada Para Chade Parayi ||

Meghanadha Kai Moorcha Jagi | Pithahi Biloki Laj Athi Lagi || Thuratha Gayau Giribara Kandhara | Karau Ajaya Makha Asamana Dhara || Iha Bibeeshana Manthra Bichara | Sunahu Natha Bala Athula Udhara || Meghanadha Makha Karayi Apavana | Khala Mayavi Dheva Sathavana || Jau Prabhu Sidhdha Hoyi So Payihi | Natha Begi Puni Jeethi Na Jayihi || Suni Raghupathi Athisaya Sukha Mana | Bole Angadhadhi Kapi Nana || Lacchimana Sanga Jahu Sab Bhayi | Karahu Bidhamsa  Jagya Kara Jayi || Thumha Lacchimana Marehu Rana Auhi | Dhekhi Sabaya Sura Dhukha Athi Mohi || Marehu Thahi Balabudhdhi Upayi | Jehi Cchijai Nisichara Sunu Bayi || Jamavantha Sugreevah Bibheeshana | Sena Sametha Rahehu Theeniau Jana || Jab Raghubeera Dheenhi Anusasana | Kati Nishanga Kasi Saji Sarasana || Prabhu Prathapa Ura Dhari Ranadheera | Bole Ghana Iva Gira Gambheera || Jau Thehi Aaju Badhe Binu Aavau | Thau Raghupathi Sevaka Na  Kahavau || Jau Sath Sankara Karahi Sahayi | Thadhapi Hathau Raghubeera Dhohayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Rama was tied up by the Nagapasha/snarl of the serpent by Indhrajeeth

 

Chapter - 74– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Rama was tied up by the Nagapasha/snarl of the serpent by Indhrajeeth

 

Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Bhavani, Oh! Girija, do you think the snarl of the serpent could tie up the supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra who is all-pervasive Bhramam, free from afflictions and bondage, whose very name is capable to cut off the snarl of worldly bondages of the Jeeva? Oh! Bhavani, the supreme Bhramam personified as the son of Kosala is beyond description or comparison, he is beyond mind and perceptions, whoever realizes the knowledge of Self/Jeevathma is Paramathma, grow dispassionate and worship Lord Sri Ramachandra, get relieved from all the misconceptions. Meghanatha with his illusionary powers hurled the host of Vanaras into utter confusion and began to pour abuses on the enemies. The elderly Jambavan spoke “Oh! Wicked, stop for a while.” Meghanatha was infuriated and shrieked at Jambavan “Oh! Fool, vile creature, I have spared you thinking of your age, yet you have the boldness to challenge me?” Meghanatha hurled his powerful trident on Jambavan who caught the trident in his hand and hurled it back on Meghanatha which hit his chest and fell down with a large thud. Jambavan seized Meghanatha on his leg and swirled around, and thrashed on the ground. Meghanatha who has achieved the boon from Lord Bhrama kept him alive, Jambavan caught on his leg and tossed him to the palace of Lanka. Maharishi Narada informed Garuda about the snarl of Nagapasha that tied Rama on the battlefield, immediately Garuda rushed to the battlefield and released Rama from the Nagapasha.

Girija Jasu Nama  Japi Muni Katahi Bhava Pasa | So Ki Bandh Thara Avayi Byapaka Biswa Nivasa ||

Charitha Rama Ke Saguna Bhavani | Tharki Na Jahi Budhdhibala Bani || Asa Bichari Je  Thagya Biragi | Ramahi Bhajahi Tharka Sab Thyagi || Byakula Kataku Keenha Dhananadha | Puni Bha Pragata Kahayi Dhurbadha || Jamavanth Kaha Khala Rahu Dada | Suni Kari Thahi Krodha Athi Bada || Booda Jani Sada Cchadeau  Thohi | Lagesi Adhama Pacharai Mohi || Asa Kahi Tharala Thrisoola  Chalayo | Jambavanth  Kara Gahi Soyi Dhayo || Marisi Meghanadha Kai Chathi | Para Bhoomi Ghurmitha Suraghathi || Puni Risana Gahi Charana Phirayo | Mahi Pacchari Nijabala Dhekharayo || Bara Prasadha So Marayi Na Mara | Thab Gahi Padha Lanka Para Dara || Iha Dhevarishi Garuda Padayo | Rama Sameepa Sapadhi So Aayo ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The vicious battle between Lord Rama and Indhrajeeth

 

Chapter - 73– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The vicious battle between Lord Rama and Indhrajeeth

 

Meghanatha mounted on a magnificent chariot, wielded in various weapons, arrived on the battlefield, gave out a loud roar and deafening laugh revealing his presence, which struck terror among the Vanaras and bears. Meghanatha hurled several vicious weapons which were difficult to name against the Vanaras and bears, and the entire battlefield crammed with the powerful arrows from his bow, resembled the heavy rain cloud in the month of Bhadrapada, the battlefield reverberated with the shrieks and cries of ‘seize him! Kill him!’, but no one knew what was happening amidst the darkness, the Vanaras hurled huge mountains and rocks on the battleground and flew on the air. In the meantime, Meghanatha used his illusionary powers and packed the valleys, mountains, and pathways crammed with the arrows. The Vanaras were confused without the knowledge of where to run, the multitudes of arrows on the pathways resembled a prison, the mighty Vanaras, Angadha, Hanuman, Nala, and Neela startled at the sight of the pathways. Indhrajeeth showered arrows on Lakshman, Sugrivah, and Vibheeshana that pierced their bodies, then he confronted Lord of Raghu, the arrows released by Indrajeeth were turned into serpents and attacked Rama. The Supreme Lord who is absolute Bhramam, omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient, free from impurities, impenetrable, unconquerable, was besieged with the Nagapasha. The Supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra performed a role of an ordinary human, in order to reveal the glory of Asthrashathra, the Lord allowed himself to be bound by the Nagapasha/snare of serpents, the deities were startled watching the Almighty Lord Sri Ramachandra’s amiability.

Meghanatha Mayamaya Ratha Chadi Gayau Akasa | Garjau Attahasa Kari Bhayi Kapi Katakahi Thrasa ||

Saththi Soola Tharavari Kripana | Asthra Sasthra Kulasayudha Nana || Darayi Parasu Parigha Pashana | Lageau Brishti Karai Bahu Bana || Dhasa Dhisi Rahe Bana Nabha Cchayi| Manahu Magha Megha Jjari Layi || Dharu Dharu Bharu Sunia Dhuni Kana | Jo Marayi Thehi Koau Na Jana || Gahi Giri Tharu Akasa Kapi Dhavahi | Dhekhahi Thehi Na Dhukhitha Phiri Aavahi || Avaghata Ghata Bat Giri Kandhara | Mayabala Keenhesi Sara Panjjara || Jahi Kaha Byakula Bhaye Bandhara | Surapathi Bandhi Pare Janu Mandhara || Maruthasutha Angadha Nalaneela | Keenhesi Bikala Sakala Balaseesa || Puni Lacchimana Sugreevah Bhibheeshana | Saranhi Mari  Keenhesi Jarjjara Thana || Puni Raghupathi Sai Joojjai Laga | Sara Cchadayi Hoyi Lagahi Naga || Byala Pasa Basa Bhaye Kharari | Swabasa Anantha Yek Abikari || Nata Iva  Kapata Charitha Kara Nana | Sadha Swathanthra Yek Bhagavana || Ranasobha Lagi Prabhuhi Badhayo | Nagapasa Dhevanha Bhaya Payo ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Ravana lamenting over the death of Kumbhakarnna

 

Chapter - 72– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Ravana lamenting over the death of Kumbhakarnna

 

The Lord of Raghu, the King of Kosala who has matchless valor, shone brilliantly amidst the Vanars, bears, and demons on the battlefield, his beautiful face was covered in dust and perspiration, his lotus-like eyes reddened in anger, his body covered in the speck of blood, and the hands occupied on the powerful bow and arrows, the marvelous sight of the Lord Sri Ramachandra was beyond description even for the Lord Adhishesha who has thousands of tongues, then how can a Jeeva, Tulsidas could describe them?

 

Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Bhavani, the wicked demon Kumbhakarnna who is the mass of sins and impurities, achieved liberation at the hands of Lord Sri Ramachandra, Oh! Girija, how unfortunate are the Jeeva who are not engaged in the worship of Lord Rama?” Thus, a long day of a vicious battle between the two equally competent warriors of demons and Vanars ended at the hours of dusk, all those mighty warriors of demons were besieged with exhaustion and weariness. The Vanaras and bears achieved enthusiasm and great energy at the compassionate grace of Lord Sri Ramachandra resembled the hay added to the fire. The number of warriors of demons decreased day by day, like the pieties and noble deeds of a person get decreased by self-praising them. Dashanan grieved on the battlefield holding the bodiless head of Kumbhakarnna, the women bet their chest and wept bitterly, thus they have offered tribute to the mighty warrior of a demon who has achieved liberation in the hands of compassionate Lord. Meghanatha, the elder son of Ravana arrived on the spot and consoled his father in many ways, described various legends to uplift his spirits, and spoke “Oh! Dear father, you will see my valor on the battlefield tomorrow, I need not pretend to be unconquerable, I have never got an opportunity to exhibit my might, I shall prove my might and the chariot that I have achieved from my beloved deity.” Thus, Meghanatha continued to alleviate the grief of his father until daybreak, as soon as the sun dawned, the four gates of the Palace of Ravana were occupied by mighty Vanaras and bears in huge number. The Vanaras and bears resembled terrible as death, while the mighty demons stood exceedingly staunch on the battlefield. Sage Kakabhusundi speaks “Oh! Garuda, the battle between the army of Rama, and the Ravana was beyond description.”

 

Sangrama Bhoomi Biraja Raghupathi Athulabala Kosala Dhani | Shramabindhu Mukha Rajeevalochana Aruna Than Sonitha Kani || Bhuja Jugala Pheratha Sara  Sarasana Bhalu Kapi Chahu Dhisi Bane | Kaha Dasa Tulasi Kahi Na Saka Cchabi Sesha Jehi Aanana Ghane ||

 

Nisichara Adhama Malakara Thahi Dheenha Nijadhama | Girija The Nara Mandhamathi Je Na  Bhajahi Sreerama ||

Dhin Ke Antha Phiri Dhau Ani | Samara Bhayi Subhatanha Shrama Dhani || Ramakripa Kapi Dhala BalaBada | Jimi Thrina Payi Laga Athi Dada || Cchijahi Nisichara Dhinu Aru Rathi | Nija Mukha Kahe sukritha Jehi Bhanthi || Bahu Bilapa Dhasakandhara Karayi | Bandhu Seesa  Puni Puni Ura Dharayi || Rovahi Nari Hridhaya Hathi Pani | Thasu Theja Bala Bipula Bakhani || Meghanadha Thehi Avasara Aayau | Kahi Bahu Katha Pitha Samujjayau ||Dhekheahu Kali Mori  Manusayi | Abahi Bahuth Ka  Karau Badayi || Ishtadheva  sai Balaratha Payau| So Bala Thatha Na  Thohi Dhekhayau || Yehi Bidhi Jalpatha Bhayau Bihana | Chahu Dhuara Lage Kapi Nana || Itha Kapi Bhalu Kala Sama Beera | Utha Rajanichara Athi Ranadheera || Larahi Subhata  Nija Nija Jaya Hethu | Barani Na Jayi Samara Khagakethu ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Rama’s battle against the demon Kumbhakarnna

 

Chapter - 71– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Rama’s battle against the demon Kumbhakarnna

 

Kumbhakarnna produced a boisterous yell withered in pain, rushed all over the battlefield with the mouth wide open.  The deities and Siddhas on the sky alarmed watching the vicious demon, the compassionate Lord saw the deities and Mahatmas are extremely frightful, he stretched his bow up to ears and shot several thousands of arrows on the wide-opened mouth of the demon, and completely shut the cave-like the mouth, still, did not stop chasing the Vanaras and bears on the battlefield Kumbhakarnna resembled death. Rama was infuriated shot a powerful arrow aiming at Kumbhakarnna’s head, that severed his head from the body and hurled in front of Dhashanan who could not control the grief watching the bodiless head of his brother, like the serpent lost its gem on the forehead. The bodiless head of Kumbhakarnna sprinted all over the battlefield, the Earth quivered beneath it, Lord Rama shot an arrow on the body and cut into two, that fell on the top of demons, the Vanaras and bears on the battlefield and crushed them on the ground as if the mountains dropped from the heaven.  The soul of Kumbhakarnna assumed a brilliant light and darted to the mouth of supreme Lord, while the deities and Siddhas witnessed the miraculous sight sung in praise of the Lord, flowers showered in amazement, the sounds of auspicious instruments reverberated on the sky, eventually all the deities and noble souls returned to their respective abodes. Devarishi Narada eulogized the valor of supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra and appealed to the Lord while the Lord of Raghu shone amidst the battleground “Oh! Prabho, the time has arrived to deliver Dhashanan to death”.

Kari Chikkara Ghora Athi Dhava Badhanu Pasari | Gagana Sidhdha Sura Thrasitha Ha Ha Hethi Pukari ||

Sabhaya Deva  Karunanidhi Janyo | Shravana Prajantha Sarasanu Thanyo || Bisikha Nikara Nisichara Mukha Bhareau | Thadhapi Mahabala Bhoomi Na Pareau || Saranhi Bhara Mukha Sanmukha Dhava | Kalathrona Sajeeva Janu Aava || Thab Prabhu Kopi Theebra Sara Leenha | Dhara The  Bhinna  Thasu Sira Keenha || So Sira Pareau Dhasanana Aage | Bikala Bhayau Jimi Phani Mani Thyage || Dharani  Dhasayi Dhara Dhava Prachanda | Thab Prabhu Kati Keenha Dhuyi Khanda || Pare Bhoomi Jimi Naba The Bhoodhara | Heda Dhabi Kapi Bhalu Nisachara || Thasu Theja Prabhu Badhana Samana | Sura Muni Sabahi Anchabhava  Mana || Sura  Dhudhubi Bajavahi Harashahi | Asthuthi Karahi Sumana Bahu Barashahi || Kari Binathi Sura Sakala Sidhaye | Thehi Samaya Dhevarishi Aaye || Gaganopari Hari Gunagana Gaye | Ruchira Beerarasa Prabhu Mana Bhaye || Begi  Hathahu Khala Kahi Munigaye | Rama Samara Mahi Sobhatha Bhaye ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The description of the battle between Rama and Kumbhakarnna

 

Chapter - 70– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The description of the battle between Rama and Kumbhakarnna

 

Kumbhakarnna produced a loud roar and started to seize the Vanaras on their leg and thrashed them on the ground, like an untamed elephant. Immediately flocks of Vanaras fled into different directions like the herd of sheep disappears at the sight of wolves. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Bhavani, the Vanaras, and bears shrieked in terror, calling for help “Oh! Rama, Oh! Kharari, Oh! Pranatharththihari, Oh! Bhagavan, dispeller of grief, kindly protects us from the dreadful demons resemble famine that engulfs the kingdom, kindly protects us.” The moment Rama heard the pitiful cries of the Vanaras and bears, he rushed to the battleground wielded in bow and arrows, followed by several thousands of warriors. Rama showered multitudes of arrows aiming at the huge body of Kumbhakarnna were pierced his body and disappeared in the sky, he withered in pain and advanced in a great fury, the mountains and earth quivered while he was walking. Kumbhakarnna plucked a mountain and hurled against the Lord, but the arrows of Lord Raghu tore the mountain into pieces and cut off his both arms, resembled Mount Mandhara without wings, he cast a fierce look upon Lord Rama as if he was ready to devour the three spheres.

Mahanadha Kari Garja Koti Koti  Gahi Keesa | Mahi Patakayi Gajaraja Iva Sapatha Karayi Dhasaseesa ||

Bhage Bhalu Balimukha Jootha | Briku Biloki Jimi Mesha Barootha || Chale Bhagi Kapi Bhalu Bhavani | Bikala Pukaraatha Aaratha Bani || Yaha Nisichara Dhukala Sama Ahayi | Kapikula  Dhesa Parana Ab Chahayi || Kripa Baridhara Rama Kharari | Pahi Pahi Pranatharathi Hari || Sakaruna Bachana Sunatha Bhagavana | Chale Sudhari Sarasana Bana|| Ramasena Nija Pacche Ghali | Chale Sakopa Maha Balasali || Khauchi Dhanusha Sara Sath Sandhane | Choote Theera Sareera Samane || Lagatha Sara Dhava Risa Bheera | Koodhara Dagamagath Dolathi Dhara || Leenha Yek Thehi Saila Upati | Raghukula Thilaka Bhuja Soyi Kati || Dhava  Bama Bahu Giridhari | Prabhu Soau Bhuja Kati Mahipari || Kate Bhuja  Soha Khala Kaisa | Pacchaheena Mandhara Giri Jaisa || Ugra Bilokina Prabhuhi Biloka | Grasana Chahath Manahu Thrailoka ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Rama’s battle against Kumbhakarnna

 

Chapter - 69– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Rama’s battle against Kumbhakarnna

 

The powerful arrows of Rama caused mayhem on the battlefield, resulted in the destruction of the huge army of demons, and returned to its quiver after accomplishing the task. Kumbhakarnna realized that the shower of arrows of Rama has wiped out the battlefield and his entire army of demons were destroyed in a short while, he could not control his rage, roared like lion, and approached Rama vehemently, he ripped off huge mountains on his way into pieces and hurled on the Vanaras and bears, the compassionate Lord Rama saw the several pieces of mountains darting towards his army, immediately he shot arrow aiming at the mountain and crushed them into dust. Once again, Rama showered multitudes of arrows aiming at Kumbhakarnna, these arrows were pierced the body of the demon and disappeared into the clouds, blood oozed out of his dark-complexioned body resembled the muddy waters streaming down from the mountains. Soon the Vanaras and bears darted towards Kumbhakarnna and were scattered away by his loud roar.

 

Cchan Mahau Prabhu Ke  Sayakanhi Kate Bikata Pisacha | Puni Raghubeera Nishanga Mahu Sab Naracha ||

Kumbhakarana Man Dheekha Bichari | Hathi Cchan Majj Nisachara Dhari || Bha Athi Krudhdha Mahabala Beera | Kiyo Mriganayaka Nadha Gambheera || Kopi Maheedhara Leyi Upari || Darayi Jaha Markata Bhatabhari || Aavath Dhekhi Saila Prabhu Bhare | Saranhi Kati  Raja Sama Kari Dare || Puni Dhanu Thani Kopi Raghunayaka | Cchade Athi Karala Bahu Sayaka || Thanu Mahu Prabisi Nisari  Sara Jahi | Jimi Dhamini Dhana Majja Samahi || Sonitha Sravatha Soha Than Kare | Janu Kajjala Giri Goru Panare || Bikala Biloki Bhalu Kapi Dhaye | Bihasa Jabahi Nikata Kapi Aaye ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Rama’s battle against Kumbhakarnna and the demons

 

Chapter - 68– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Rama’s battle against Kumbhakarnna and the demons

 

Lord Rama who has beautiful eyes that resembles lotus flower petals spoke “Oh! Sureevah, Bibeeshana, and Lakshman, take care of the warriors of Vanaras and bears, let me test the might of Kumbhakarnna”. Lord Rama wielded on the powerful bow and arrow, Sharnga proceeded towards the battlefield, he fastened the bow that produced a deafening noise on the battlefield, causing terror among the demons. He shot millions and millions of arrows resembling serpents against the demons, soon the enemies darted in different directions out of fear. Some of the demons lost their body parts, some of them were brutally wounded, some of them were torn into several pieces, withered in pain, and fell on the ground with a loud thud, some of them were rose on their feet and fought for life. They produced loud shrieks in pain, resembled the crushing clouds, some of them were flown from the battlefield at the sight of the shower of terrible arrows. The battlefield crammed with headless bodies rushing here and there shrieking in pain “seize him, attack him, kill him ".

 

Sunu Sugreevah Bibeeshana Anuja Sambharehu Saina | Mei Dhekhau Khala Bala Dhalahi Bole Rajeevanaina ||

Kara Saranga  Saji Kati Bhatha | Ari Dhala Dhalana Chale Raghunatha || Prathama Keenhi Prabhu Dhanusha Dakora | Ripudhala Badhira Bhayau Suni Sora || Sathyasandha Cchade Sara Laccha | Kalasarpa Janu Chale Sapaccha || Jaha Thaha Chale Bipula Naracha | Lage Kadana Bhat Bikata Pisacha || Katahi Charana Ura Sira  Bujadhanda | Bahuthaka Beera Hohi Sath Khanda || Dhurmi Dhurmi ghayal Mahi Parahi | Udi Sambhari Subhata Puni Larahi || Lagatha Bana Jaladha Jimi Gajahi | Bahuthak Dhekhi Kadina  Sara Bhajahi || Runda Prachanda Munda Binu Dhavahi | Dharu Dharu Maru Maru Dhuni Gavahi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The description of Kumbhakarnna's battle against the Vanaras and bears

 

Chapter - 67– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The description of  Kumbhakarnna's batttle against the Vanaras and bears

 

The Vanaras and bears brought huge rocks and trees and hurled upon Kumbhakarnna, cheered in great enthusiasm “Hail Raghuvamsamani Lord Sri Ramachandra! Hail Lord Seethapathi! Hail Lord Rama and Lakshman!” Kumbhakarnna maddened with fury, wandered all over the battlefield among the Vanaras and bears resembled death. He furiously seized the little Vanaras and devoured them, looked as if the swarm of locusts entering into the mountain cave, some of the Vanaras were crushed under his limbs, some of them were crushed with his palm, a multitude of Vanaras flew out of his mouth, nostrils, and ear. Kumbakarnna fiercely fought against the Vanaras and bears on the battlefield as if the creator has placed all the animate things before him to devour. The mighty warriors of Vanaras and bears flew out of his sight, soon all the demons accompanied Kumbhakarnna on the battlefield, and Lord Rama perceived the situation on the battlefield.

Jaya Jaya Jaya Raghuvambsa  Mani  Dhaye Kapi Dhai Hooha | Yekahi Bar Thasu Par Chadenhi Giri Thau Juha ||

Kumbhakarna Ranaranga  Birudhdha | Sanmukha Chala Kala Janu Krudhdha || Koti Koti Kapi Dhari Dhari Khayi | Janu Teedi Giri Guha Samayi || Kotinha Gahi Sareera  Sanmardha | Kotinha Miji Milava Mahigardha || Mukha Nasa  Shravananhi Ki Bata | Nisari Parahi Bhalu Kapi Data || Ran Madha Maththa Nisichara Dharpa | Biswa  Grasihi Janu Yehi Bidhi Arpa || Mure Subhata Sab Phirahi Na  Phere | Soojj Na  Nayana Sunahi Nahi Dere || Kumbhakarana Kapi Phauja Bidari | Suni  Dhayi Rajaneechara Dhari || Dhekhi Rama Bikala Katakayi | Ripu Aneeka Nana Bidhi Aayi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – Kumbhakarnna’s battle against Hanuman, Sugrivah, and Angadha

 

Chapter - 66– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – Kumbhakarnna’s battle against Hanuman, Sugrivah, and Angadha

 

Kumbhakarnna fought against Hanuman, Angadha, Sugrivah, and several mighty Vanaras and bears, and caused them to fall unconscious on the battlefield, finally he squeezed the King of Vanara/Sugrivah on his armpit and went away. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Devi Uma, the Lord of Raghu performed the part of an ordinary human, like the Garuda’s amusement with the cluster of snakes. He is supreme Bhrmam capable to perform the function of creation, preservation, and destruction of the Universe and its animate and inanimate things with the mere movements of his eyebrows, he devours the death, how could he leave his warriors in trouble? It was to reinstate the glories of the supreme Bhramam which would sanctify the Universe and purify the Jeeva from the Thapathraya/three types of grief whoever listen or sing in praise of him. Hanuman regained consciousness and searched for the King of Vanaras, in the meantime, Sugrivah regained consciousness and slipped out of the armpit of Kumbhakarnna, and bit his nose and ears. Kumbhakarnna shrieked out of pain, seized on the leg of Sugriva, and prepared to thrash him on the ground, was elevated to the sky miraculously and hit him heavily. Soon he rushed back to Lord Sri Ramachandra and spoke “Oh! Prabho, Hail Lord Sri Ramachandra! Hail Seethapathi! Hail Ram and Lakshman!’ Kumbhakarnna felt ashamed without nose and ears, in extreme fury returned to the monkey warriors who were terrified to witness a huge mountain-sized demon without nose and ears.

 

Angadhadhi Kapi Moorcchitha Kari sametha Sugreeva | Kakha Dhabi kapiraja Kahu Chala Amitha Bala Seeva ||

Uma Karatha Raghupathi Naraleela | Khel Garuda Jimi Ahigna Mila || Bhrukuti Bhanga Jo Kalahi Khayi | Thahi Ki Sohayi Yesi Larayi || Jaga Pavani Keerathi Bistharahahi | Gayi Gayi Bhavanidhi Nara Tharihahi || Muruccha  Gayi  Maruthasutha Jaga | Sugreevahi Thab Khojana Laga || Sugreevahu Kai Murucha Beethi | Nibuki Gayau Thehi Mrithaka Pratheethi || Katesi Dhasana Nasika kana | Garaji Akasa Chaleau Thehi Jana || Gaheau Charana Gahi Bhoomi Pacchara | Athi Laghava Udi Puni Thehi Mara || Puni Aayau Prabhupahi Balavana | Jayathi Jayathi Jaya Kripanidhana || Nak Kan Kete Jiya Jani | Phira Krodha Kari Bhayi Man Glani || Sahaja Bheema Puni Binu Shruthi Nasa | Dhekhath Kapi Dhala Upaji Thrasa ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The description of the battle between Kumbhakarna and the army of Vanaras

 

Chapter - 65– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The description of the battle between Kumbhakarna and the army of Vanaras

 

Kumbhakarnna spoke “Oh! Vibheeshana, serve that supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra by word, thought and deed, he is unconquerable on the battlefield. Oh! Brother, I have to leave now as I am under the clutches of death, cannot distinguish between foe and friend.” Vibheeshana after listening to his elder brother returned to Lord Sri Ramachandra who is the Lord of the Universe and spoke “Oh! Prabho, he is Kumbhakarnna who possessed huge body and might resemble a mountain.” Immediately the whole Vanaras and bears rushed to the battlefield with rocks and huge trees on their hands, roaring in great enthusiasm, crunching their teeth and, banging their fist. They began to hurl the trees and rocks on Kumbhakarnna, but he stood firm and untiring like the elephant was thrown on with the several banana plants. Hanuman gave a hard punch to Kumbhakarnna who lost balance and fell on the earth with a huge thud, became confused and painfully managed stood up with the huge body, was attacked by Hanuman again and again. Thus, a vicious battle broke out between the two, soon Nala, Neela, and other warriors who followed Hanuman were brutally attacked by Kumbhakarnna, eventually, the Vanaras and bears were alarmed to approach him.

 

Bachana Karama Man Kapata Thaji Bhajeahu Rama Ranadheera | Jahu Na  Nija Par Sooja Mohi Bhayau Kalabasa Beera ||

Bandhu Bachana Suni chala Bibheeshana | Aayau Jaha Thrailoka Bibhooshana || Natha  Bhoodharakara Sareera | Kumbhakarana Aavath Ranadheera || Yethana Kapinha Suna Jab Kana | Kilakilayi Dhaye Balavana || Liye Udayi Bitapa Aru Bhoodhara | Katakatayi Darahi Tha Oopar || Koti Koti Giri Sikhara Prahara | Karahi Bhalu Kapi Yek Yek Bara || Mooryo Na Manu Thanu Daryo Na Daarayo | Jimi Gaja Arka Phalani Ko Maryo || Thab MaruthaSutha Mudika Hanyo | Paryo Dharani Byakula Sira Dhunyo || Puni Udi Thehi Mareau Hanumantha | Dhurmathi Bhoothala Pareau Thurantha || Puni NalaNeelahi Avani Paccharesi | Jaha Thaha Pataki Pataki Bhat Daresi || Chali Balimukha Sena Parayi | Athi Bhaya Thrasitha Na Koau Samuhayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The conversation between Kumbhakarna and Vibheeshana on the battlefield

 

Chapter - 64– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The conversation between Kumbhakarna and Vibheeshana on the battlefield

 

Kumbhakarnna remembered the stunning form and virtues of Lord Sri Ramachandra and forgot himself for a moment, in the meantime, Ravana made arrangements to feed his brother with jars of wine, and vessels of meats, after having meals of huge quantities, Kumbhakarna roared like a flash of lightning, he was heavily drunk and passion for war forced him to drive to the battlefield without an army of demons. Vibheeshana saw his elder brother Kumbhakarnna on the battlefield, prostrated before him, remained in the embrace of each other for a while, and much appreciated him for his devotion at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra and Vibeeshana spoke “Oh! Brother, I was humiliated in the assembly of our elder brother Ravana, he has thrown me out of the palace for giving him appropriate advice, I was helpless, took shelter at the lotus feet of compassionate Lord Sri Ramachandra, and immediately got rid of my fear and anxiousness.” Kumbhakarnna spoke “Oh! Vibheeshana, Ravana is out of mind, he is under the clutches of death, cannot listen to the best advice at this moment. Oh! Brother, you are truly fortunate, you are an ornament to the demon race, you have brought glory to the demon clan by your pure love and devotion at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra who is supreme bliss personified.”

 

Ramaroopa Guna Sumiratha Magana Bhayau Cchana Yek | Ravana Mageau Koti Ghata Madha Aru Mahisha Aneka ||

MahishaKhayi Kari Madhira Pana | Garja Bajraghatha Samana || Kumbhakarana Dhurmadha Ranaranga | Chala Dhurga Thaji Sena Na Sanga || Dhekhi Bibeeshanu Aage  Aayau | Pareau Charana Nija Nama Sunayau || Anuja Udayi Hridhaya Thehi Layo | Raghupathi Bhakth Jani Man Bhayo || Thatha Latha Ravana Mohi Mara | Kahatha Parama Hitha ManthraBichara|| Thehi Galani Raghupathi Pahi Aayau | Dhekhi Dheenaprabhu Ke Man Bhayau || Sunu Sutha Bhayau Kalabasa Ravana | So Ki Man Ab Parama Sikhavan || Dhanya Dhanya Thau Dhanya Bibheeshana | Bhayahu Thatha Nisichara Kulabhooshana || Bandhu Bamsa Thai  Keenha Ujagara | Bhajeahu Rama Sobha Sukha Sagara ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Lanka Kanda – The conversation between Ravana and Kumbhakarnna

 

Chapter - 63– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Lanka Kanda – The conversation between Ravana and Kumbhakarnna

 

Kumbhakarnna felt very sorry for Ravana after listening to the destruction of armies of demons and great warriors on the battle against Rama, he shrieked at Ravana “Oh! Fool, are you out of mind? you have abducted the mother of the Universe, Jagathjannani, Paramba, Bhagavathi, Devi Sita while her husband was away, after all these do you expect anything good in your life? Oh! King of demons, you have not been fair to Lord Sri Ramchandra, then why did you come and wake me up? Leave your arrogance and pride and worship Lord Sri Ramachandra and thereby get rid of your troubles. Oh! Dhashanan, do you think Lord Rama, Lord of Raghu is mortal even after witnessing the might of his emissary Hanuman? Alas! Oh! Brother, you did not discuss it with me before committing a sin, you have invited hostility to that supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra whose favorites are Lord Virinchi and Lord Shambhu. I would have enlightened you with the knowledge of that Bhramam which I have attained from Maharishi Narada once, anyway you have crossed all the limits. Oh! Brother, come and give me a hug, I am leaving to witness that marvelous form of Lord Sri Ramachandra, who has dark cloud complexion, beautiful lotus-like eyes, capable to remove the Thapathraya/Adhidheivik, Adhibhauthik, and Adhyathmika of the devotees.”

 

Suni Dhasakandhara Bachana Thab Kumbhakarana Bilakhana | Jagadhamba Hari Aani Ab Sad Chahath Kalyana ||

Bhala Na Keenha Thai Nisichara Naha | Ab Mohi Aayi Jagayehi Kaha || Ajahu Thatha Thyagi Abhimana | Bhajahu Rama Hoyihi Kalyana || Hai Dhashaseesa  Manuja Raghunayaka | Jake  Hanumana Se Payaka || Ahaha Bandhu Thai Keenhi Khotayi| Prathamahi Mohi Na  sunayehi Aayi || Keenhehu Prabhu Birodha Thehi Dhevaka | Siva Biranchi Sura Jake Sevaka || Naradha Muni Mohi Gyana Jo Kaha | Kahatheau Thohi Samaya Nirbaha || Ab Bhari Anka Bhetu Mohi Bhayi | Lochana Suphala Karau Mei Jayi || Syama Gatha Sarasiruha Lochana | Dhekhau Jayi Thapathraya Mochana ||