Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – A mighty bridge across the vast ocean was constructed by the Vanaras and bears with the grace of Lord Rama – Phalashruthi:

 

Chapter – 62– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– A mighty bridge across the vast ocean was constructed by the Vanaras and bears with the grace of Lord Rama – Phalashruthi:

 

Lord Sri Ramachandra was highly pleased to watch the amiability of the presiding deity of the ocean, began to speak with a smile “Oh! Thatha, kindly advise which is the promising way to cross the vast ocean for the Vanaras and bears.” The presiding deity of the ocean began to speak “Oh! Prabho, Sri Ramachandra, the two brothers Nala and Nila have received a unique boon from a Sage during their childhood, with your grace, all those mountains and rocks thrown by them would float on the ocean waters. Oh! Prabho, I shall provide all my assistance to please you, in this way, you can construct a huge bridge, that would be spoken highly in the fourteen worlds at all times, and your glories would be sung in praise in the three worlds. Oh! Prabho, let your powerful arrows eradicate the wicked demons settled on the northern shore of the ocean.” The compassionate Lord Rama put a halt to the battle with the King of the ocean and removed his grief. The King of the ocean has highly praised the valor and virtues of Rama, he repeatedly prostrated before the Lord and took a leave.

 

The presiding deity of the ocean took a leave, soon the mighty Vanaras and bears began the construction of a huge bridge across the ocean with the grace of Lord of Raghu. Whoever reads or listens to the Sundarakanda singing in praise of  Lord Raghu which was written by the Sage Tulsidas would wipe off the evilness of the Kali era. The Ramacharitha is the ultimate bliss, it would remove all the apprehensions and constant miseries and sorrows of worldly existence. Oh! Ignorant, leave your interest in worldly matters and material things and sing in praise of Lord Sri Ramachandra.

 

Whoever sings and listens to the endless glories and virtues of Lord Sri Ramachandra would achieve the perpetual blessings of the Lord, and whoever reads and listens to them with firm devotion and faith would cross the Bhavasindhu/ unfathomable ocean of mundane existence of grief and sorrows.

 

Sunatha Bineetha Bachana Athi Kaha Kripala Musukayi | Jehi Bidhi Utharai Kapi Kataku Thatha So Kahahu Upayi ||

Natha Neela Nala Kapi Dhau Bhayi | Larikayi Rishi Aasisha Payi || Thinha Ke Parasa Kiya  Giri Bhare | Tharihahi Jaladhi Prathapa Thumhare || Mei Puni Ura Dhari Prabhu Prabhuthayi | Karihau Bala Anumana Sahayi || Yehi Bidhi Natha Payodhi Badhayia | Jehi Yaha Sujasu Loka Thihu Gayia || Yehi Sara Mama Uththara That Basi | Hathahu Natha Khala Nara Adha Rasi || Suni Kripala Sagara Mana Peera | Thurathahi Hari Rama Ranadheera || Dhekhi Rama Bala Paurusha Bhari | Harashi Payonidhi Bhayau Sukhari || Sakala Charitha Kahi Prabhuhi Sunava | Charana Bandhi Payodhi Sidhava ||

Nija Bhavana  Gavaneau Sindhu Sreeraghupathihi Yaha Matha Bhayau| Yaha Charitha Kali Malahara Jathamathi Dhasa Thulasi Gayau || Sukha Bhavana Samsaya Samana Dhavana Bishadha Raghupathi Gunagana| Thaji Sakala Aasa Bharosa Gavahi Sunahi Santhatha Sada Mana ||

Sakala Sumangala  Dhayaka Raghunayaka Gunagana | Sadhar Sunahi The Tharahi Bhavasindhu Bina Jalajan ||

 

||Ithi Sriramacharitha Manase Sakalakalikalusha Vidhwamsane Panchama: Sopana: Samaptha: ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The presiding deity of the ocean singing in praise of the valor and virtues of Rama

 

Chapter – 61– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The presiding deity of the ocean singing in praise of the valor and virtues of Rama

 

Sage Kakabhusundi speaks “Oh! King of Birds, Oh! Garuda, after nurturing a plantain tree if it was not given fruits, it is meaningless to protect the same, better to cut it down. In the same manner, if a wicked and arrogant person did not heed to the prayers, it is advisable to be reprimanded.” The presiding deity of the ocean prostrated before Lord Sri Ramachandra, and clasped his feet in guilt “Oh! Prabho, Sri Ramachandra, kindly forgive my sins. Oh! Prabho, the essential five elements Earth, Air, Water, Fire, Ether are initiated at your will. The scriptures eulogize that it was initiated at your will from the inseparable Maya of you, which were brought for the smooth functioning of the creation of the Universe, the happiness lies in the will of the supreme Lord. Oh! Prabho, you have taught me a good lesson, all the creations of the Universe function at your will, if not they cannot achieve happiness. Oh! Prabho, Dhol/drum, Gavara/ ignorant, Shudra/lowly clan, Pasu/animal, and Nari/woman are deserved to be taught lessons from time to time. Oh! Prabho, I shall keep the ocean waters at a bay with your grace, so that you can construct a mighty bridge across the ocean. The Veda emphasizes that you are unconquerable, you are Almighty Lord I shall sincerely follow your command and act whichever pleases you.”

Katehi Payi  Kadhari Pharayi Koti Jathana  Koau Seench | Binaya Na Mana Khagosa Sunu Tatehi Payi Nava Neech ||

Sabhaya Sindhu Gahi Padha Prabhu Kere | Cchamahu Natha Sab Avaguna Mere || Gagana Sameera Anala Jala Dharani | Inha Kayi Natha Sahaja Jada Karani || Thava Preritha Maya Upajaye | Srishti Hethu Sab  Granthani Gaye || Prabhu Aayasu Jehi kaha Jasa Ahayi | So Thehi Bhanthi Rahe Sukha Lahayi || Prabhu Bhala Keenha Mohi Sikha Dheenhi | Marajadha Puni Thumhari Keenhi || Dola Gavara Soodhra Pasu Nari | Sakala Thadana Ke Adhikari || Prabhu Prathapa Mei Jab Sukhayi | Utharihi Kataku Na Mori Badayi || Prabhu Agya Apela Shruthi Gayi | Karau So Begi Jo  Thumhahi Sohayi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Lord Rama invokes Agneya Asthra, thereby the presiding deity of ocean was brought under control

 

Chapter – 60– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Lord Rama invokes Agneya Asthra, thereby presiding deity of the ocean was brought under control

 

Lord Rama seated on the Kushagrass and spent three days mediated upon the presiding deity King of the ocean. Alas! none of the prayers of Rama was answered, Rama spoke angrily “Oh! Lakshman, no love develops without the fear, therefore bring my bow and arrows immediately. I shall dry the ocean with the Agneya Asthra, so that the presiding deity of the ocean can be brought under control. Oh! Brother, it is futile to give lectures on the glories of Lord Sri Hari to 1) A dull-minded person, 2) person who is in illicit relationship 3) the person who was born miser 4) person who is drenched in worldly matters and material matters of richness, wealth, fame, possessions, interest in wife, children, relatives, and companions, etc. 5) It is meaningless to talk about dispassion to a person who is drenched in the impurities of lust, desire, ego, anger, pride, jealousy, Ahamkara, and Mamakara. 6) it is worthless to give a speech on the glories of Lord Sri Hari to a person who has no control over senses, finally, it is as futile as sowing seeds on the barren land.” Saying so, Rama stretched the bow to invoke the Agneya Asthra that was pleased the heart of Lakshman. Rama fastened the arrow, and invoked the Agneya Asthra, soon a massive fire broke out in the middle of the ocean which made the entire aquatic creatures flash in deep distress, the presiding deity of the ocean noticed the mayhem caused by the aquatic animals amid the massive flame, he immediately gave up his pride and appeared as a divine Bhramin before Lord Rama, he greeted the Lord with a golden plate full of various precious gems.

Binaya Na Manatha Jaladhi Jada Gaye Theeni Dhin Beethi | Bole Rama Sakopa Thab Bhaya Binu Hoyi Na Preethi ||

Lacchimana Bana Sarasana Aanu | Soshau Baridhi Bisikha Krisanu || Sad Sana Binaya Kutila San Preethi | Sahaja Kripana San Sundhara Neethi || Mamatha Ratha Sana Gyana Kahani | Athi Lobhi Sana Birathi Bakhani || Krodhihi Sama  Kamihi Hari Katha | OOsara Beeja Baya Phala Jatha || Asa Kahi Raghupathi Chapa Chadava| Yaha Math Lacchimana Ke Man Bhava || Sandhaneau Prabhu Bisikha Karala | Udi Udhadhi Ura Anthara Jwala || Makara Uraga Jjasha Gana Akulane | Jaratha Janthu Jalanidhi Jab Jane || Kanaka Thara  Bhari Mani Gana Nana | Bipraroopa Aayau Thaji Mana ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The spy Shuka has taken shelter at the lotus feet of Rama, eventually gets rid of the curse on him

 

Chapter – 59– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The spy Shuka has taken shelter at the lotus feet of Rama eventually gets rid of the curse on him

 

The minister read out the message loudly “Oh! Wicked Ravana, your mind is in utter illusion Oh! Fool, do not bring the complete destruction of the demon race. If you keep enmity with Lord Sri Ramachandra, you can’t achieve protection even from the trinities, Lord Bhrama, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shambhu. Therefore, leave your pride and arrogance, and take shelter at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra who is kind and compassionate to his devotees, and protects the Jeeva whoever takes refuge in him. Otherwise, you and the entire race of demons would burn down like moths in the wrath of Lord Sri Ramachandra.” Ravana was shrunken in heart listening to the message of Lakshman, he pretended to be courageous and put a false smile on his face, spoke in the deafening voice “The younger brother of Rama, that hermit has possessed great eloquence, he is trying to reach out the doors of heaven from the Earth.” The spy Shuka spoke amiably “Oh! Prabho, kindly leave your pride and take every single word mentioned in the messages as true, kindly leave your anger and listen to my words, kindly leave animosity with Rama. He is the Lord of the Universe, he is extremely kind and compassionate, he has a gentle disposition, even though he is the Lord of the Universe. The Supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra will shower his auspicious grace on you the moment he sees you before him, he will forget all that had happened. Oh! Prabho kindly returns Devi Videha to Lord Ramachandra and takes shelter in him.” Soon, Ravana hurried from the throne and kicked minister Shuka out of the assembly in extreme anger. Shuka bowed before the feet of Ravana and proceeded to the all-merciful Lord Sri Ramachandra, he took shelter at the feet of Lord Sri Rama and introduced himself to the Lord, thus he has achieved the grace of Rama. Thus, Shuka who was an illustrious Sage born as a demon by the curse of Sage Agasthya, regained his original form of a hermit. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Devi Uma, the grace of Lord Sri Ramachandra is capable to restore a demon into a pious soul.” Sage repeatedly prostrated before Rama and returned to his hermitage.

 

Bathanha Manahi Rijjayi Sada Jani  Dhalasi Kula Kheesa | Rama Birodha Na Ubarasi Sarana Bishnu Aja Esa || Ke Thaji Mana Anuja Iva Prabhu Padha Pankaja Bringa | Hohi Ki Rama Saranala Khala Kula Sahitha Pathanga ||

Sunatha Sabhaya Mana Mukha Musukayi | Kahatha Dhasanana Sabahi Sunayi || Bhoomi Para Kara Gahatha Akasa | Laghu Thapasa Kara Baga  Bilasa || Kaha Suka Natha Sathya Sab Bani | Samujjahu Cchadi Prakrithi Abhimani || Sunahu Bachana Mama Parihari Krodha | Natha Rama Sana Thajahu Birodha || Athi Komala Raghubeera Subhau | Jadhdhyapi Akhila Loka Kara Rau || Milatha Kripa Thumha Para Prabhu Karihi | Ura Aparadha Na Yekau Dharihi || Janakasutha Raghunathahi Dheeje | Yethana Kaha Mora Prabhu Keeje || Jab Thehi Kaha Dhena Baidhehi | Charana Prahara Keenha Sad Thehi || Nayi Charana Siru Chala So Thaha| Kripasindhu Raghunayaka Jaha || Kari Pranamu Nija Katha Sunayi | Ramakripa Aapani Gathi Payi || Rishi Agasthi Ki Sap Bhavani | Racchasa Bhayau Raha Muni Gyani || Bandhi Ramapadha Barahi Bara | Muni Nija Ashrama Kahau Pagu Dhara ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The spies describe the valor and virtues of Rama

 

Chapter – 58– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The spies describe the valor and virtues of Rama

 

The spies spoke “Oh! Prabho, all the Vanaras, and bears have possessed immense valor by birth, and they have the grace of supreme Lord Ramachandra on their head to protect them. These Vanaras and bears are capable to conquer millions of Yamas on the battlefield. Oh! Prabho, the saints, ascetics, Mahatmas, and noble souls are incompetent to describe their valor, courage, might, and virtues of Lord Sri Ramachandra. Oh! Prabho, Rama could dry up several oceans with the single shot of his powerful arrow, although, he has possessed immense strength, before drying up the ocean he consulted with your brother Vibheeshana, and appealed to the King of the ocean to leave a way to approach the city of Lank.” Ravana laughed boisterously, and passed sarcastic comments “Oh! Spies, it is funny as well as strange to see that mighty Princes have made an ally with the Vanaras and bears, he sought after the advice of my younger brother Vibheeshana who is born as a coward and begging before the ocean to leave way. Oh! Fools, why do you praise my enemy whose might and virtues haven’t been heard before, and whoever seeks helps from Vibheeshana who is not a brave consular, cannot achieve success or glory.” The spies got annoyed listening to the arrogant remark of their King, who is dull-witted, soon they brought out the message of Lakshman “Oh! Prabho, this is the message of the younger brother of Rama, kindly read it and soothe your heart.” Ravana laughed contemptuously and pulled out the message carelessly with his left hand, and called out for his minister to read it out.

 

Sahaja Sura Kapi Bhalu Sab Puni Sira Para Prabhu Ram | Ravana Kala Koti Kahu Jeethi Sakahi Sangram ||

Rama Theja Bala Budhi Bipulayi | Sesha Sahasa Sath Sakahi Na Gayi || Saka Sara Yek Soshi Sath Sagara | Thava  Bhrathahi Poocheau Naya  Nagara || Thasu Bachana Suni Sagara Pahi | Magatha Pantha Kripa Manamahi || Sunatha Bachana Bihasa Dhasaseesa | Jau Asi Mathi Sahaya Kritha Keesa || Sahaja Bheeru Kara Bachana  Dhridayi | Sagara San Dani Machalayi || Mooda Mrisha Ka  Karasi Badayi | Ripu Bala Budhdhi  Thaha Mei Payi || Sachiva Sabeetha Bibheeshana Jake | Bijaya Biboothi Kaha Jaga Thake || Suni Khala Bachana Dhootha Risa Badi | Samaya Bichari Pathrika Kadi || Ramanuja  Dheenhi Yaha Pathi | Natha Bachayi Judavahu Cchathi || Bihasi Bama Kara Leenhi Ravana | Sachiva  Boli Sad Laga  Bachavan ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The spies describe the mighty army of Lord Rama

 

Chapter – 57– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The spies describe the mighty army of Lord Rama

 

The spies of Ravana continued “Oh! Prabho, we can name a few of them are Dhvidha, Maindha, Nala, Nila, Angadha, Gadha, Vikatasya, Dhadhimukha, Kesari, Nishatha, Satha, and the mighty Jambavan are among them. Oh! Prabho, each Vanaras has the might of the chief Sugrivah, and there are tens and millions of like him. They have possessed immense valor at the grace of Rama, and are well capable and they are countless. Oh! Prabho, there is not a single Vanara is possible to defeat by you in the battle. They have fierce some appearance, crushing their teeth and banging their fist in anger, ready to attack their enemies, and they are just waiting for the order of Lord Raghu to march towards Lanka. Oh! Prabho, the Vanaras are all prepared to construct a mighty bridge with the mountains and rocks across the vast ocean, once the Lord of Raghu dries up the ocean with his might, and they are waiting to crush their enemies in Lanka. These Vanaras are fearless in nature, they are vicious capable to devour the city of Lanka.”

 

Dhvibidha Mayamdha Neela NalaAngadha  Gadha  Bikatasi | Dhadhimukha Kehari Nisada  Sad Jamabhantha Balarasi ||

Ye Kapi Sab Sugreevah Samana | Inha Sama Kotinha Ganayi Ko Nana || Rama Kripa Athulitha Bala Theehahi | Thrina  Samana Thrailokahi Ganahi || Asa Mei Suna Shravana Dhasakandhara | Padhuma Adaraha Joothapa Bandhara || Natha Kataka Maha So Kapi Nahi | Jo Na  Thumhahi Jeethai Rana Mahi || Parama Krodha Meejahi Sab Hatha | Aayasu Pai Na  Dhehi Raghunatha || Soshahi Sindhu Sahitha Jjasha Byala | Purahi Na Tha Bhari Kudhara Bisala || Mardhi Gardha Milavahi Dhasaseesa | Yeseyi Bachana Kahahi Sab Keesa || Garjahi Tharjahi Sahaja  Asamka | Manahu Grasana Chahath Hahi Lanka ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The spies of Ravana describes the might of the army of Vanaras and bears of Rama

 

Chapter – 56– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The spies of Ravana describes the might of the army of Vanaras and bears of Rama

 

Ravana continued haughtily “Oh! Spies, why are you not uttering a single word, are you confused or terror-struck? Did you meet my enemies? Are they anxious about their fate after listening to my might? Why are you not speaking about the might of my enemies?” The spies began to speak amiability “Oh! Prabho, you have put forward all the questions that have clear-cut answers with us, still, we fear you should not get angry listening to them. Oh! Prabho, Dhashanan, as soon as Vibheeshana arrived in the assembly of Rama, he was embraced and accepted as the sincere servant of Rama, by applying vermilion and sandalwood paste on his forehead. Oh! Prabho, when the Vanaras and bears found us as the spies of mighty King Dhashanan, they fastened us and produced before King Sugrivah, and prosecuted in many ways. They were about to cut off our nose and ears, soon the younger brother of Rama intervened and protected us from getting punished. Oh! Prabho, you have enquired the might of warriors of Lord Rama, that cannot be described even with the thousands and millions of tongues. Rama was accompanied by innumerable dreadful Vanaras and bears of huge sizes, with sharp teeth and nails as weapons. We have noticed that the Vanara who killed your son Akshakumara and destroyed the city of Lanka is the weakest among those Vanaras. Oh! Prabho, these mighty Vanaras of mountain-sized has the vicious appearance and immense valor resembles several untamed elephants.”

 

Ki Bhayi Bhet Ki PhiriGaye  Shravana Sujasu Suni Mora | Kahasi  Na Ripu  Dhala Theja Bala Bahuth Chakitha Chitha Thora ||

Natha Kripa Kari Poochehu Jaise | Manahu Kaha Krodha Thaji Thaise || Mila Jayi Jab Anuja Thumhara | Jathahi Rama Thilaka Thehi Sara || Ravana Dhootha Hamahi Suni Kana | Kapinha Bandhi Dheehe Dhukha Nana || Shravana Nasika Katai Lage | Rama Sapatha Dheenhe Hama Thyage || Poochihu Natha Rama Katakayi | Badhana Koti Sath  Barani Na  Jayi || Nana Barana Bhalu Kapi Dhari | Bikatanana Bisala Bhayakari || Jehi Pura  Dhaheau Hatheau Sutha Thora | Sakala Kapinha Maha Thehi Balu Thora || Amitha Nama Bhata Kadina Karala | Amitha Naga Bala Bipula  Bisala ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda –Ravana self-praising abundantly and misjudging the might of his enemies

 

Chapter – 55– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Ravana self-praising abundantly and misjudging the might of his enemies

 

Lakshman spoke “Oh! Demons, let your King know my messages that his death is hanging above his head, ask him to return Devi Sita safely to Lord of Ragu, and surrender at the lotus feet of Lord Rama.” The demons bowed before Lakshman and returned to Lanka, all the way they were praising the boundless compassion of Lord Sri Ramachandra, they were singing in praise of the virtues of Lord Rama and arrived in the assembly of Ravana. Dhashanan laughed at them and enquired “Oh! Shuka, tell me about your welfare and the news of Vibheeshana who is weak ran out of the King of Lanka in fear, whose death is hanging above his head. I have fostered him generously in Lanka, he must have got crushed as grain under the feet of my enemies. Oh! Spies, tell me about the fate of the host of Vanaras and bears who were forced to march towards Lanka and their bad luck. It was the King of the ocean who protected them from falling prey into my hands and it was the mercy of King of the ocean, my enemies are still alive. Finally, tell me more about the two ascetics, Rama and Lakshman who are drenched in terror of my might.”

 

Kahehu Mukhagara Mooda San Mama Sandhesu Udhara | Seetha Dheyi Milahu Na  Tha Aava Kalu Thumhara ||

Thuratha Nayi Lacchimana Padha Matha | Chale Dhootha Baranatha Guna Gatha|| Kahatha Rama Jasu Lanka Aaye |Ravana Charana  Seesa Thinha Naye || Bihasi Dhasanana Poochi Batha | Kahasi Na Suka Aapani Kusalatha || Puni Kahu Khabari Bibeeshana  Keri | Jahi Mrithyu Aayi Athi Neri ||Karatha Raja Lanka Sad Thyagi | Hoyihi Java Kara Keeta Abhagi || Puni Kahu Bhalu Keesa  Katakayi | Kadina Kala Preritha Chali Ayi || Jinha Ke  Jeevana  Kara Rakhavara | Bhayau Mridhula Chitha Sindhu Bichara || Kahu Thapasinha Kai Bath Bahori | Jinha Ke  Hridhaya Thrasa Athi Mori ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The spies of Ravana disguised as Vanaras were caught by the warriors of Rama

 

Chapter – 54– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The spies of Ravana disguised as Vanaras were caught by the warriors of Rama

 

The spies appeared as Vanaras and observed the supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra, they praised the virtue and amiability of the Lord to those who have taken shelter in him. The spies began to praise openly the virtues and compassion of the Lord, forgetting themselves as the emissaries of Ravana. Soon, the Vanaras of the Lord located the spies of Ravana and fastened them, produced before Sugrivah who ordered to disfigure them and send them back to Ravana. Soon, the Vanaras chased the demons disguised as Vanaras all over the wood, the demons shrieked and cried for help were ignored, Vanaras were determined to punish the demons, but Lakshman intervened and laughed at them, he released the demons from the capture and advised “Oh! Demons, deliver my message to your King Ravana, let him read it, remind him the destroyer of the demon clan Lakshman waiting for his response.”

 

Sakala Charitha Thinha Dhekhe Dhare Kapata Kapi Dheha | Prabhu Guna Hridhaya Sarahahi Saranagatha Para Neha ||

Pragata Bakhanahi Rama Subhau | Athi Saprema Ga  Bisari Dhurau || Ripu Ke Dhooth Kapinha Thab Jane| Sakala Bandhi Kapeesa Pahi  Aane || Kaha Sugreevah Sunahu Sab Banara | Anga Bhanga Kari Padavahu  Nisichara || Suni Sugreevah Bachana Kapi Dhaye | Bandhi Kataka Chahu Pasa Phiraye || Bahu Prakara Marana Kapi Lage | Dheena Pukaratha Thadhapi Na Thyage || Jo Hamara Hara Nasa Kana | Thehi Kosaladheesa Kai Aana || Suni Lacchimana Sab Nikata Bolaye | Dhaya Lagi Hasi Thuratha Chodaye || Ravana Kara Dheejahu Yaha Pathi | Lacchimana Bachana Bachu Kulaghathi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Lakshman gets agitated with the suggestion of Vibheeshna, requests Rama to dry up the ocean

 

Chapter – 53– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Lakshman gets agitated with the suggestion of Vibheeshna, requests Rama to dry up the ocean

 

Vibheeshana speaks “Oh! Prabho, Sri Ramachandra, the presiding deity of the ocean is your ancestor, hence your appeal to the King of the ocean will be taken into consideration and suggest the appropriate means to resolve the issue so that the entire Vanaras and bears can easily cross the ocean without any hurdle.” Rama was pleased with the idea of Vibheeshana, spoke “Oh! Dear friend, you have suggested an excellent plan, let us see how it works.” But Lakshmana was not at all pleased with the idea of Vibheeshana, spoke in anger “Oh! Prabho, the destiny cannot be overruled, kindly prepare to dry up the ocean, so that your request will be heard, the cowards and lazy are people call for the help of the deity, do not act their own.” Rama laughed at the words of Lakshman and pacified him that he will do the necessary to tackle the issue, thus Rama proceeded towards the ocean. He reverentially prostrated before the King of the ocean, and greeted him, spread some Kushagrass on the seashore, and taken a seat on the Kushagrass.  Meanwhile, in the city of Lanka, Ravana felt humiliated when Vibeeshana abandoned him, he sends spies to follow Vibheeshana.

 

Prabhu  Thumhara  Kulaguru Jaladhi Kahihi Upaya Bichari | Binu Prayasa Sagara Tharihi Sakala Bhalu Kapi Dhari ||

Sakha Kahi Thumha Neeki Upayi | Karia  Dhaiva  Jau Hoyi  Sahayi || Manthra Na  Yaha Lacchimana Mana Bhava | Ramabachana Suni Athi Dhukha Pava || Natha Dhaiva  Kara Kavana Bharosa | Soshia Sindhu Karia Mana Rosa || Kadhara Man Kahau Yek Aadhara | Dhaiva Dhaiva  Aalasi Pukara|| Sunatha Bihasi Bole Ragubeera | Yesehi Karab Dharahu Manadheera || Asa Kahi Prabhu Anujahi Samujjayi | Sindhu Sameepa Gaye  Raghurayi || Prathama Pranama Keenha Siru Nayi | Baite Puni Thata Dharbha Dasayi || Jabahi Vibheeshana Prabhu Pahi Aye | Pacche Ravana Dhootha Padaye ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Rama seeks the opinion of Vibheeshana about crossing the vast ocean

 

Chapter – 52– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Rama seeks the opinion of  Vibheeshana about crossing the vast ocean

 

In this way, Lord Raghu protected Vibheeshana from the flames like the wrath of Ravana and bestowed the sovereignty of Lanka, later Lord Rama offered the fortune of Lanka, in the same manner, Ravan achieved it/devotion from Lord Shambhu, after conducting severe penance by offering his ten heads. Whoever worships the demigods without faith and belief in Lord Ramachandra is considered as beasts without tails and horns. Thus, Vibheeshana became the sincere attendant of Lord Sri Ramachandra, and the Vanaras were highly pleased to watch his amiability. The Supreme Lord who is the knower of all, Sacchidhananda Swaroopa Paramathma Parmambhramam resides as a soul in the Jeeva, incarnate in infinite forms at his own will, inseparable from Maya, the destroyer of wicked demons, gave a lecture on discipline “ Oh! Vanaras, Oh! Lankapathi, how do we cross the vast and unfathomable ocean infested with the wild aquatic animals?” Vibheeshana replied “Oh! Lord of Raghu, Oh! Prabho, your powerful arrows have the ability to dry up innumerable oceans, yet the moral ground is to seek permission from the ocean King who is the presiding deity.”

 

Ravana Krodha Anala Nija Swasa Sameera Prachanda | Jaratha Bibeeshanu Rakheau Dheenheau Raju Akhanda || Jo Sampathi Siva Ravanahi Dheenhi Dhiya Dhasa Matha | Soyi Sampadha Bibeeshanahi Sakuchi Dheenhi Raghunatha ||

Asa Prabhu Cchadi Bhajahi Je Aana | The Nara  Pasu Binu Poocha  Bishana || Nija Jana Jani Thahi Apanava | Prabhu Subhava Kapi Kula Mana Bhava || Puni Sarbagya Sarba Ura Basi | Sarbaroopa Sab Rahitha Udhasi ||Bole Bachana Neethi Parthipalaka | Karana Manuja Dhanuja Kula Ghalaka || Sunu Kapeesa  Lankapathi Beera | Kehi Bidhi Tharia Jaladhi Gambeera || Sankula Makra Uraga Jjasha Jathi | Athi Agadha Dhusthara Sab Bhanthi || Kaha Lankesa Sunahu Raghunayaka | Koti Sindhu Soshaka Thava Sayaka || Jadhdhyapi Thadhapi Neethi Asi Gayi | Binaya Karia Sagara San Jayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Lord Rama offered the boon of Ananyabhakthi/perpetual devotion to Vibheeshana

 

Chapter – 51– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Lord Rama offered the boon of Ananyabhakthi/perpetual devotion to Vibheeshana

 

Rama spoke “Oh! Vibheeshana, whoever worships me/Saguna Upasaka, and performs an abundance of charities, follows righteousness, steadfast in their vows, devoted to Santh, Bhramanas, and cows are beloved of mine. Oh! Lankapathi, you have possessed all the virtues, and you are dear as my life.” All the Vanaras assembled were exclaimed “ Hail Lord Sri Ramachandra! Hail Lord Seethapathi! Hail Lord Sri Ramachandra!” Vibheeshana’s eagerness to listen to the nectar-like speeches of the Lord grew beyond words. Vibheeshana prostrated before the Lord, again and again, shed tears of joy, and spoke fervently “Oh! Kripalu, you are the purifier of souls, you are the Lord of animate and inanimate things, you are the protector of All, you are that all-pervasive Bhramam, Oh! Prabho, previously I had some desires in my heart, all that has been disappeared with the stream of devotion at your lotus feet. Oh! Prabho, kindly provide the boon of Ananyabhakthi/relentless devotion, which gladdens the heart of Lord Shambhu.” Soon Prabhu Sri Ramachandra replied, “Yevamasthu/so be it.” The Supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra asked for ocean water and spoke “Oh! Vibheeshana, even though you are free from desires, my grace will not fail to provide its reward.” Rama applied the sacred symbol of vermilion and sandalwood paste on the forehead of Vibheeshana, and the deities’ showered flowers in immense delight.

Saguna Upasaka Parahitha Niratha Neethi Dhrida Nema | The Nara Prana Samana Mama Jinha Ke Dhvija Padhaprema ||

Sunu Lankesa Sakala Guna  Thore | Thathe Thumha Athisaya Priya  More || Rama Bachana Suni Banara Jootha | Sakala Kahahi Jaya Kripa  Barootha || Sunatha Bibeeshanu Prabhu Kei Bani | Nahi Adhath Shravanamritha Jani || Padha Ambuja Gahi Barahi Bara | Hridhaya Samatha Na Premu Apara || Sunahu Dheva Sacharachara Swami | Pranathapala Ura Antharjami || Ura Kacchu Prathama Basana Rahi | Prabhu Padha Preethi Saritha So Bahi || Ab Kripala Nija Bhagathi Pavani | Dhehu Sadhasiva Man Bhavani || Yevamasthu Kahi Prabhu Ranadheera | Maga Thuratha Sindhu Kara Neera || Jadhapi Sakha Thava Iccha Nahi | Mora Dharasu Amogha Jagamahi || Asa Kahi Rama Thilaka Thehi Sara | Sumana Vrishti Nabha Bhayi Apara ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Lord Rama reveals the purpose of his incarnation

 

Chapter – 50– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Lord Rama reveals the purpose of his incarnation

 

Vibheeshana spoke passionately “Oh! Rama, you are too kind and compassionate to your devotees, Aho Bhagyam! Aho Bhagyam! I am highly fortunate to behold your marvelous appearance, and take shelter in you, Oh! Prabho, I have achieved the fruitfulness of my life to witness your lotus feet which are worshiped and contemplated by Lord Bhrama and Lord Shiva.” Rama spoke gently “Oh! Vibheeshana, Oh! Dear friend, I shall tell you the truth the Sage Kakabhusudi, Lord Shambu, and Goddess Bhavani knows my real nature. Oh! Vibheeshana, I shall protect the Jeeva whoever taken shelter in me by word, mind, and deed, and abandons lust, desire, ego, jealousy, anger pride, Ahamkara and Mamakara, interest in worldly matters and material things of impermanent nature, I shall ensure his/her protection even if he/she is troubled by the infinite enemies of animate and inanimate things in the Universe, ultimately, I shall transform them into pious souls. The attachment to material matters, wealth, money, richness, fame, wife, children, companion and relatives, etc. causes intense grief in their absence, whoever takes pleasure of material matters without getting attached to it, free from impurities of the mind, the sense of Oneness-in-all, achieve the association of the Santh Mahatmas, noble souls, and they undertake austerities, vows, Shamadamadhi, etc. thereby get freed from the dualities of grief and joy, happiness and sorrow, good and evil, etc.… They are my beloved devotees and they are free from fear and anxiety of worldly existence, these are the characteristic of a noble soul. I shall reside in their heart of noble souls, Santh and Mahatmas, and I have incarnated for the welfare of them.”

 

Aho Bhagyam Mama Amitha Athi Ramakripa Sukha Punjja | Dhekheau Nayana Biranchi Siva Sebya Jugala Padhakanjja ||

Sunahu Sakha Nija Kahau Subhau | Jana Bhusundi Sambhu Girijau || Jau Nara Hoyi Charachara Dhrohi | Aavai Sabhaya Sarana Thaki Mohi || Thaji Madha Moha Kapata Cchala Nana | Karau Madhdhya Thehi Sadhu Samana || Janani Janaka Bandhu Sutha Dhara | Thanu Dhanu Bhavana Suhridha Parivara || Sab Kai Mamatha Thaga Batori | Mama Padha Manahi Bandha Bari Dori || Samadharashi Iccha Kacchu Nahi | Harasha Soka Bhaya  Nahi Manamahi|| Asa Sajjana Mama Ura Basa Kaise | Lobhi Hridhaya Basayi Dhanu Jaise|| Thumha Sarikhe  Santha Priya More | Dharau Dheha Nahi Aana Nihore||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Paramarththa Thaththva – Vibheeshana eulogizes the glories of Rama

 

Chapter – 49– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Paramarththa Thaththva – Vibheeshana eulogizes the glories of Rama

 

Vibheeshana spoke fervently “Oh! Prabho, Sri Ramachandra, I have realized the eternal truth that whoever drenched in material pleasures of worldly existence, richness, wealth, fame, possession, attachment to wife, children, relatives and companions that have impermanent nature, and the Jeeva soaked in lust, desire, greed, jealousy, anger, pride, ego, Ahamkara, Mamakara cannot achieve peace in their lives. Whoever has taken shelter at your lotus feet would get rid of illusion/Maya and achieve eternal bliss.  The devotion at the lotus feet of Lord would remove the impurities of the mind, eventually, the Jeeva experience the bliss envisaging the supreme Lord Sri Ramachandra wielded in bow and arrow. Oh! Prabho, I have realized attachment to material matters and bondage are like the darkest hours of the night, which is delightful for the owls, the heart of Jeeva remains the dwelling place of darkness as long as the glory like the sunrays of supreme Lord does not enter in it. Oh! Prabho, the moment I have set my eyes on your lotus feet, all my fears and anxiousness have disappeared. Oh! Prabho, whoever worships at your lotus feet won’t have to undergo the sufferings and agonies of multiple births. I was born in the lowly clan of demons, I haven’t practiced devotion, Gnana and Vairagya, Shamadhamadhi, or I have not performed any pious deeds, yet the compassionate Lord Rama showered an abundance of grace upon me, and held close to his heart.”

 

Thab Lagi Kusala Na Jeeva  Kahau Sapanehau Mana Bishrama | Jab Lagi Bhajatha Na Rama Kahau Soka Dhama Thaji Kama ||

Thab Lagi Hridhaya Basatha Khala Nana | Lobha Moha  Macchara Madha Mana|| Jab Lagi Ura Na  Basatha Raghunatha | Dhare Chapa Sayaka Kati Bhatha || Mamatha Tharuna Thami Andhiari | Raga Dhvesha Ulooka Sukhakari || Thab Lagi Basathi Jeevamanmahi | Jab Lagi Prabhu Prathapa Rabi Nahi || Ab Mei Kusala Mite Bhaya Bhare | Dhekhi Ramapadha Kamala Thumhare || Thumha Kripala Ja Para Anukoola | Thahi Na  Byapa Thribidha Bhava Soola || Mei Nisichara Athi Adhama Subhau| Subha Aacharanu Keenha Nahi Kau || Jasu Roopa Muni Dhyana Na Aava | Thehi Prabhu Harashi Hridhaya Mohi Lava ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Lord Rama gets highly pleased with the pure love and devotion of Vibheeshana

 

Chapter – 48– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Lord Rama gets highly pleased with the pure love and devotion of Vibheeshana

 

Vibheeshana stood before Lord Sri Ramachandra, with folded hands, eyes drenched in tears, began to speak, his voice trailed “Oh! Raghubira, I have envisioned your magnificent form which I was heard from Santh Mahathma and noble souls, I have taken shelter at your lotus feet with the belief that I would get rid of sufferings and grief of worldly existence, and the fear of repeated births. Oh! Prabho, kindly protects me! Kindly protects me! Oh! Aarathiharana/dispeller of illusion, Oh! Sukhadha/ source of bliss kindly protects me.” Vibheeshana repeatedly prostrated at the lotus feet of Sri Ramachandra, who rose from the seat with immense delight. Lord Sri Ramachandra was highly pleased to watch the devotion of Vibheeshana, he rushed towards him and embraced him affectionately. Vibheeshana met Lakshman, thus Lord Sri Ramachandra made him seat next to him and began to speak the words of supreme wisdom which is capable to dispel the ignorance and illusion “Oh! Lankapathi, Vibheeshana, how are you and your family? How did you practice meditation and devotion amidst the demons? You are living in the middle of wicked and horrible demons of vile nature, Oh! Friend, how did you manage to practice devotion living in the abhorrent circumstance. I am surprised to watch your amiability and devotion, you are a noble soul pushed to live in the inferior clan of demons, and it is worse than hell. Oh! Vibeeshana, we shall pray not to fall in the company of wrong-doers.” Vibheeshana spoke in delight “Oh! Prabho, all must be well at my end immediately after observing your lotus feet. Oh! Kosalapathi, Oh! Raghuraya, you have showered compassionate grace upon me knowing me as your sincere servant.”

 

Shravana Sujasu Suni Aayau Prabhu Bhanjjana Bhava Bheera | Thrahi Thrahi Aarathi Harana Sarana Sukhadha Raghubeera ||

Asa Kahi Karatha Dhandavath Dhekha | Thuratha Ude Prabhu Harasha Bisesha || Dheena Bachana Suni Prabhu Mana Bhava | Buja Bisala Gahi Hridhaya Lagava|| Anuja Sahitha Mili Diga Baitari | Bole Bachana Bhagatha Bhayahari || Kahu Lankesa Sahitha Parivara | Kusala Kudahara Basa Thumhara|| Khala Mandali Basahu Dhinu Rathi | Sakha Dharma Nibahayi Kehi Bhanthi || Mei Janau Thumhari Sab Reethi | Athi Naya  Nipuna Na Bhava Aneethi || Baru Bala Basa Naraka Kara Thatha | Dhushta Sanga Jani Dheyi Bidhatha || Ab Padha Dhekhi Kusala Raghuraya | Jau Thumha Keenhi Jani Jana Dhaya ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Vibheeshana’s prayer to Lord Sri Ramachandra

 

Chapter – 47– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Vibheeshana’s prayer to Lord Sri Ramachandra

 

The compassionate Lord Sri Ramachandra smiled and spoke “Oh! Kapishwara, brig Vibheeshana before me in either case I would like to meet him.” The Vanaras cheered “Hail Lord Sri Ramachandra who is kind and compassionate” and proceeded with Angadha and Hanuman to bring Vibheeshana before the Lord. The Vanaras brought Vibheeshana respectfully before the Lord, and Vibheeshana stood little far from the charming princes who steal the hearts of all. Vibeeshana gazed at the marvelous appearance of Rama, without blinking his eyes, stood before the Lord who has strong and long arms, beautiful eyes resembled lotus flower petals, great stature and attractive limbs which is capable to remove all the fear and anxiousness, he has broad shoulders like the lion, wide chest, and has the beauty of crores of Manmatha. Vibheeshana shed tears watching the mesmerizing appearance of the Lord, and a sudden rush of thrill ran through his limbs, regained his courage, and spoke in tears of joy “Oh! Prabho, I am Ravana’s younger brother, Oh! Surathratha, I have born in the demon clan, my mind and body are impure of Ahamkara and Mamakara, and I haven’t performed any pious deeds, as I was born in the inferior clan, I have lived the life of an owl that has hatred to the brightness of the Sun.”

 

Ubhaya Bhanthi Thehi Aanahu Hasi Kaha Kripaniketha | Jaya Kripala Kahi Kapi Chale Angadha Hanu Sametha ||

Sadhar Thehi Aage Kari Banara | Chale Jaha Raghupathi Karunakara || Dhoorihi The Dhekhe Dhau Bhratha | Nayananandha Dhana Ke Dhatha || Bahuri Rama Cchahidhama Biloki| Raheau Datuki Yekatak Pal Roki|| Buja Pralamba Kanjjaruna Lochana | Syamala Gatha Pranatha Bhaya Mochana || Sindha Kandha Aayatha Ura Soha | Anana Amitha Madhana Man Moha || Nayana Neer Pulakitha Athi Gatha | Mana Dhari  Dheera Kahi Mridhu Batha || Natha Dhasanana Kara Mei Bhratha | Nisichara Bamsa Janama Surathratha || Sahaja Papapriya Thamasa Dheha| Jatha Anukoolahi Thama Para Neha ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – whoever has a pure mind free from impurities of Ahamkara, and Mamakara would worship Lord Rama by word, mind, and deed to achieve fruitfulness of life

 

Chapter – 46– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– whoever has a pure mind, free from lust, desire, ego, pride, anger jealousy, Ahamkara, and Mamakara would worship Lord Rama by word, mind, and deed to achieve fruitfulness of life

 

Rama spoke passionately “Oh! Kapishwara, Oh! Sugrivah, whoever taken shelter in me, I would remove all their sins, and protect them from all the evils. They would get rid of their grief at the very sight of me, I won’t abandon even the grave sinner of Bhramahathya/person who killed Bhramana, the moment the Jeeva takes shelter in me, all their millions and millions of births sins would get washed away. Oh! Kapishwara, sinners cannot worship me, if Vibheeshana was wicked and vile, he could not approach me, whoever has a pure mind, free from lust, desire, ego, pride, anger and jealousy, Ahamkara and Mamakara would worship me by word, mind, and deed, eventually attain the fruitfulness of life. I have an aversion towards vile, wicked, and immoral deeds. Even if Vibheeshana is the emissary of Ravana, we have nothing to fear or lose, Oh! Kapishwara Oh! Sugrivah, my younger brother Lakshman is well capable to vanquish the thrice of the demon race in the Universe. If Vibheeshana was taken shelter in me with pure heart, I would assure his welfare and protection, and cherish him as dear as my life.”

Saranagatha Kahau Je  Thajahi Nija  Anahitha Anumani | The Nara Pavara  Papamaya Thinhahi Bilokatha Hani ||

Koti Bipra Badha Lagahi Jahu | Aaya Sarana ThajauNahi Thahu || Sanmukha Hoyi Jeeva Mohi Jabahi | Janma Koti Adha Nasahi Thabahi || Papavantha Kara Sahaja Subhau | Bhajanu Mora Thehi Bhava Na  Kau || Jau Pai Dhushtahridhaya Soyi Hoyi | More Sanmukha Aava Ki Soyi || Nirmala Man Jan So Mohi Pava | Mohi Kapata Cchala Chidhra Na Bhava || Bhedha Lena Padava Dhasaseesa | Thabahu Na Kacchu Bhaya Hani Kapeesa || Jaga Mahau Sakha  Nisachara Jethe | Lacchimanu Hanayi Nimisha Mahau Thethe || Jau Sabheetha Aava Saranayi | Rakhihau Thahi Prana Ki Nayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Sugrivah expresses concern on the visit of Vibheeshana to meet Rama

 

Chapter – 45– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Sugrivah expresses concern on the visit of Vibheeshana to meet Rama

 

Vibheeshana immersed in various thoughts while crossing the mighty ocean, “I shall behold the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra, which is the source of bliss to Bharatha who have achieved the Padhuka of the Lord, I shall bring fruitfulness to my eyes with the mere sight of that lotus feet.” Vibheeshana arrived on the other side of the seashore where Rama and Lakshman halted with the chief of Vanara Sugrivah and multitudes of Vanaras and bears. As soon as the Vanaras spotted Vibheeshana, they send a messenger to Rama to inform the arrival of the brother of his enemy. Sugrivah detained Vibheeshana on the spot and went to meet Lord Raghu, he reverentially informed “Oh! Prabho, Ravana’s brother Vibheeshana has come to meet you.” Ravana enquired “What would you think of this matter?” Sugrivah replied “Oh! Prabho, the trick of the demons cannot be taken lightly, no one knows where did he come from, they are capable to assume any forms and have illusionary powers, maybe he has come to spy on us, get secrets from us, hence I feel he should be imprisoned for our safety.” Rama replied compassionately “Oh! Kapishwara, though you have given a wise opinion, my promise to my devotees remains the same, it is my vow to dispel the fear and anxiousness of the Jeeva whoever taken shelter in me.” Hanuman rejoiced at heart listening to the most compassionate words of Lord and his paternal love for Vibheeshana.

Jinha Payanha Ke Padhukanhi Bharathu Rahe  Man Layi | The Padha Aaju Bilokihau Inha Nayananhi Ab Jayi ||

Yehi Bidhi Karatha Saprema Bichara | Aayau Sapadhi Sindhu Yehi Para || Kapinha Bibheeshanu Aavath Dhekha | Jana Koau Ripu Dhootha Bisesha || Thahi Rakhi Kapeesa Pahi Aaye | Samachara Sab Thahi Sunaye || Kaha Sugreevah Sunahu Raghurayi | Aava Milana Dhasanana Bhayi || Kaha Prabhu Sakha Boojjiye Kaha | Kahayi Kapeesa Sunahu Naranaha || Jani Na  Jayi Nisachara Maya | Kamaroopa Kehi Karana Aaya || Bhedha Hamara Lena Sad Aava | Rakhia Bandhi Mohi Asa  Bhava || Sakha Neethi Thumha Neeki Bichari | Mama Pana Saranagatha Bhayahari || Suni Prabhu Bachana Harasha Hanumana | Saranagatha Bacchala Bhagavana ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – The disrespect to the devotees of Lord, Sant, Mahathma, and noble souls would take away all the good fortune of the Jeeva

 

Chapter – 44– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– The disrespect to the devotees of Lord, Sant, Mahathma, and noble souls would take away all the good fortune of the Jeeva

 

Vibheeshana while leaving the assembly pronounced wise words loudly “Rama is Sathyasankalpa/ truthful and stick to his promises, he is unconquerable, matchless, he is Lord of death to the demons’ clans, hence I am taking shelter at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra, who is the protector of distressed souls, do not blame me in the future.” As soon as Vibheeshana left the assembly, the doors of Lanka were shut for him permanently. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Bhavani, disrespect to the devotees of Lord, Sant, Mahathma, and noble souls would take away all the good fortune of the Jeeva.” The moment Vibheeshana left Ravana, all the glories of Ravana were doomed to dust. Vibheeshana immersed in various thoughts while proceeding to meet Lord Raghu “ I shall behold the beautiful red lotus like supple feet of Lord Sri Ramacandra which is the source of eternal bliss to his devotees, that glorious lotus feet wandered all over the Dhandaka forest, that lotus feet were contemplated and meditated upon by Devi Janaki, that lotus feet have chased the golden deer, those very feet redeemed the curse on Devi Ahalya and that lotus feet reside in the Manasarovar lake like the heart of Lord Shambhu. I am fortunate that I am going to take shelter at that lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra.”

Ramu Sathyasankalpa Prabhu Saba Kalabasa Thori | Mei Raghubeera Sarana Ab Jau  Dhehu Jani Khori ||

Asa Kahi Chala Bibeeshanu Jabahi | Aayuheena Bhaye Sab Thabahi || Sadhu Avagya Thuratha Bhavani | Kara Kalyana Akhila KaiHani || Ravana Jabahi Bibeeshana Thyaga| Bhayau Bibeeeshana Binu  Thabahi Abhaga || Chaleau Harashi Raghunayaka Pahi | Karatha Manoratha Bahu Manamahi || Dhekhihau Jayi Charana Jalajatha | Aruna  Mridhula  Sevak Sukhadhatha || Je Padha Parasi Thari Rishinari | Dhandaka Kanana Pavanakari || Je Padha Janakasutha Ura Laye| Kapata Kuranga Sanga Dhara Dhaye || Hara Ura  Sara Saroja Padha Jeyi | Ahobhagya Mei  Dhekhihau Theyi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Sundara Kanda – Vibheeshana was humiliated by Ravana in the large assembly - Vibheeshana leaving the Kingdom of Lanka

 

Chapter – 43– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sundara Kanda– Vibheeshana was  humiliated by Ravana in the large assembly -  Vibheeshana leaving the Kingdom of Lanka

 

Vibheeshana prostrated before Ravana, and spoke in tears “Oh! Bhratha, kindly heeds to my prayers as a return of love to me, kindly send Devi Sita to Lord Sri Ramachandra and ensure the welfare of the entire demon clan.” Vibheeshana gave lectures on the nectar-like advice from the Veda and Puranas and the illustrious Rishis and Sages which instills pure wisdom, were flatly refused by Ravana, he abruptly rose from the throne in extreme fury and spoke “Oh! Wicked, your death is hanging above your head, Oh! Fool, you have always lived in my generosity, yet you are speaking in favor of my enemy and his glories. Who is in this Universe hasn’t experienced the might of my arm? You are living in my Kingdom and worship on hermits, and giving lectures on wisdom, if so, go and live with them comfortably.” Saying so Ravana kicked out Vibheeshana from the assembly, while Vibheeshana was begging him to release Devi Sita for the welfare of the demon clan. Lord Mahadeva speaks “Oh! Devi Uma, the noble souls, Santh, Mahatmas are always sought for the welfare of all, do not hesitate to put them into trouble for the goodness of others.” Vibheeshana spoke in tears “Oh! Bhratha, I have always treated you as our father, so I am ready to take up the physical abuses from you, but your welfare lies in the hands of supreme Lord Ramachandra, kindly do not ignore my words.” Thus, Vibheeshana along with his ministers moved out of the assembly of Ravana proclaiming their journey to take shelter at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra.

Thatha Charana Gahi Magau Rakhahu Mor Dhulara | Seetha Dhehu Rama Kahau Ahitha Na  Hoyi Thumhara ||

Budha Purana shruthi Sammatha Bani | Kahi Bibeeshana Neethi Bakhani || Sunatha Dhasanana Uda Risayi | Khala Thohi Nikata Mrithyu Ab Aayi || Jiasi Sadha Sad Mora Jiava | Ripu Kara Paccha Mooda Thehi Bhava || Kahasi Na Khala Asa Ko Jagamahi | Bhujabala Jahi Jitha Mei Nahi || Mama Pura Basi  Thapasinha Parapreethi | Sada Milu Jayi Thinhahi Kahu Neethi || Asa Kahi Keenhesi Charana Prahara | Anuja Gahe Padha Barahi Bara ||Uama Santh Kayi Ihayi Badayi | Mandha Karatha Jo Karayi Bhalayi || Thumha Pithu Sarisa Bhalehi Mohi Mara | Ramu Bhaje Hitha Natha Thumhara || Sachiva Sanga  Lai Nabha Patha Gayau | Sabahi Sunayi Kahatha Asa Bhayau ||