Chapter – 65– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala
Kanda – The splendor of the sacred Himalayas which is the abode of austerities
and Tapasya – Maharishi Narada’s visit to Himavan
Mount Himalaya is one of the
flourished lands with rich natural and mineral wealth has become the center
point of austerities and Tapasya. This is one of the auspicious lands enriched
with the cluster of divine trees of Thamala, Peepal, Vatavruksha,
Banyan, Palasha, fig, berry, etc. plants and trees loaded with fruits and flowers of rich fragrances,
cluster of creepers and varieties of flowers of rich fragrances, and several
beautiful ponds, streams, and rivers brimming with crystal clear water which is the
dwelling place of different species of birds and animals, the several peaks and
mountains were the store house of precious gems and stones. All the sacred
rivers that originated from the beautiful hills of the Himalayas became the living source for the humans, Rakshasa, animals, and birds in complete harmony. Devi Girija
grew up in the beautiful surroundings of utmost serenity like the Devi Bhakti
sprang upon the face of devotees. The palace of Himavan filled in extreme
delight in the presence of Jagadamba, Jagathjanani was sung in praise by Lord
Bhrama. Maharishi Narada was one of the regular visitors to the palace of
Himavan, and preceptor of Devi Girija, received with great honor, washing his
feet, offering seat and fruits. Mount Himavan prostrate before the illustrious
Sage Narada, with his family, reverentially sprinkled the water used to wash
the feet of Maharishi. Himavan placed Devi Girija at the lotus feet of the Sage
in the early years of childhood and introduced her as the symbol of his
welfare, and happiness.
Sadha Suman Phala Sahitha Sab Dhruma Nava
Nana Jathi | Pragati Sundhar Saila Par Mani Aakar Bahu Bhanthi ||
Saritha Sab Puneetha Jalu Bahahi | Khaga
Mriga Madhupa Sukhi Sab Rahahi || Sahaja Bayaru Sab Jeevanha Thyaga | Giri Par
Sakala Karahi Anuraga || Soha Saila Girija Griha Aya | Jimi Janu Ramabhagathi
Ke Paya || Nitha Noothan Mangala Griha
Thasu | Bhramadhika Gavahi Jasu Jasu || Naradha Samachar Sab Paya | Kauthukahi
Giri Geha Geha Sidhaye || Sailaraja Bada Aadhar Keenha | Padha Pakhari Bar Aasanu Dheenha|| Nari Sahitha Muni Padha Siru Nava | Charana Salila
Sabu Bhavanu Sichava || Nija Saubhagya Bahuth Giri Barana| Sutha Boli Meli Muni
Charana ||