Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – The predictions of Maharishi Narada about the future consort of Devi Girija brought panic in the family

 

Chapter – 67– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – The predictions of Maharishi Narada about the future consort of Devi Girija brought panic in the family

 

Maharishi Narada continues “Oh! Himavan, I could read the lines on the palm of Girija very clearly, it says that there is a Jogi/supreme ascetic, dispassionate, free from impurities of Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathshcharya, Ahamkara, and Mamakara, no interest in worldly matters or possession, attired in the skin of animals, matted hair locks, smeared in ashes, adorned in inauspicious ornaments, would be her wedded husband.” Himavan and Devi Mena dumbfounded at the predictions, heartbroken listening to Maharishi Narada, sunk in deep sorrow, while Devi Uma rejoiced in her heart that was not known even to Sarbagya/omnipresent Maharishi Narada. The entire family of Mount Himavan, childhood companions of Devi Uma, Devi Mena welled up in tears, could not believe the words uttered by Maharishi Narada, wept bitterly thinking about the fate of Devi Uma. They were certain that the words of Maharishi cannot be untrue and it mounted their grief, except Devi Uma who immensely pleased at heart. The love for the supreme Lord Shiva which was inborn in Devi Uma sprang beyond limits, on the other hand, the thought about the difficulties involved to achieve that supreme Lord Mahadeva as wedded husband pushed her to utter gloominess. She sat in a composed stature on the lap of one of her childhood friends, the predictions of an illustrious Rishi cannot be untrue, hence all those family members assembled were deeply worried. Mount Himavan regained courage and spoke “Oh! Mune, kindly advise me what shall I do for my daughter?”

Jogi Jatila Akama Man  Nagan Umangala Besha | Asa Swami Yehi Kaham Milihi Pari Hastha Asi  Rekha ||

Suni Muni Gira  Sathya Jiya Jani | Dhukha Dhampathi Hi Uma  Harshani || Naradh Hu Yaha Bhedhu Na Jana | Dasa Yek Samujjab Bilagana || Sakala  Sakhi Girija  Giri Maina | Pulaka Sareera Bhare  Jala  Naina || Hoyi Na Mrisha Devarishi Bhasha | Uma So Bachanu Hridhaya Dhari Rakha || Upajeau Sivapadha Kamala  Sanehu | Milana Kadina  Man  Bha Sandhehu || Jani  Kuavasaru Preethi Dhurayi | Sakhi Uchanga Baiti Puni Jayi || Jooti Na Hoyi Dhevarishi Bani | Sochahi Dhampathi Sakhi Sayani || Ura Dhari Dheera Kahayi Girirau | Kahahu Natha Ka  Karia Upau ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – Maharishi Narada’s predictions on Devi Girija

 

Chapter – 66– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – Maharishi Narada’s predictions on Devi Girija

 

Himavan kept the little Girija at the lotus feet of Maharishi Narada and spoke “Oh! Mune, you are the knower of past, present, future, you keep traveling to three worlds without any obstacles. Oh! Mune, you are the knower all, kindly advise me what is good and bad for my daughter, and kindly predict her future too.” Maharishi Narada smiled pleasantly at Himavan and began to speak “ Oh! Himavan, your daughter is the storehouse of virtues, intelligence, wisdom, and beauty. She will be praised by the whole world in different names such as Uma, Ambika, Bhavani, Bhagavathi, Jagathjanani, Paramba, etc. she would entice the world with her charm and fame, and she will definitely win over the heart of her consort with her unfailing promises and virtues. Girija would be the inseparable companion of her consort and multiplies the glories of her parents, she will achieve undiminishing glory and she will have mendicant, a supreme ascetic as her consort. The mere remembrance of her name would provide honor, chastity to women, and they would remain courageous as powerful swords. Oh! Himavan, your daughter holds an abundance of auspicious symbols with her, I shall describe the discouraging side of her too, kindly listen to them with an unwavering mind.”

 

Thrikalagya Sarbagya Thumha Gathi Sarbathra Thumhari | Kahahu  Sutha Ke  Dhosha Guna Munibar Hridhaya Bichari ||

Kaha Muni Bihasi Gooda Mridhu Bani | Sutha Thumhari Sakala Guna Khani || Sundhar Sahaja Suseela Sayani | Nama Uma  Ambika Bhavani || Sab Lacchan Sampanna Kumari | Hoyi Hi Santhatha Piyahi Piaari || Sadha Achala Yehi  Kara Ahivatha | Yehi The Jasu  Paihahi Pithu Matha || Hoyi Hi Poojya Sakala Jaga Mahi | Yehi Sevath Kacchu Dhurlab Nahi || Yehi Kara Namu Sumiri Samsara | Thriya  Chadihahi Pathibratha Asidhara || Saila Sulacchana Sutha Thumhari | Sunahu Je  Ab Avaguna Dhruyi  Chari || Aguna Amana Mathu Pithu Heena | Udhaseena Sab  Samsaya Ccheena ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – The splendor of the sacred Himalayas which is the abode of austerities and Tapasya – Maharishi Narada’s visit to Himavan

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 ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – The mayhem caused by the Ganas of Lord Shiva in the Yagashala– The birth of Devi Sati as Parvathi, daughter of Mount Himavan

 

Chapter – 64– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – The mayhem caused by the Ganas of Lord Shiva in the Yagashala – The birth of Devi Sati as Parvathi, daughter of Mount Himavan

 

The Ganas of Lord Shambhu rushed to the site of Yaga, gathered in the assembly, and found Devi Dhakshayani’s lifeless body, they could not control the rage, began to destroy the entire Yaga. They have thrashed and shoved away the ingredients assembled for Yaga, put off the sacrificial fire, physically tortured the people assembled, causes them to flee in different directions. The Ganas of Lord Shambhu created huge turmoil none could withstand the powers them. Maharishi Narada informed Lord Mahadeva who was in deep meditation, could not bear the death of Dhakshayani, in an extreme fury, he invoked the fierce Veerabadhra from the single strand of matted hair locks. Veerabadhra proceeded to the palace of Dhaksha, and crushed the Yagashala under his feet, instilled extreme fear among the people assembled, some of them have lost their limbs and body parts in the turn of events, and Dhaksha has reaped the fruit of his arrogance, met the same fate of others. The legend of Daksha Yaga is popularly known to the world, hence I have described them briefly. Dhakshayani while leaving the mortal coil, appealed to Lord Sri Ramachandra, to achieve Ananyabhakthi at the lotus feet of Lord of Lords Mahadeva. Thus, Devi Sati took birth as Goddess Parvathi to the most fortunate couple Mount Himavan and Devi Mena. The birth of Jagathjanani Paramba Bhagavathi as the daughter of Mount Himavan brought an abundance of auspiciousness and welfare to the world, the Earth flourished with rich natural and mineral wealth, brought immense prosperity to Mount Himavan. The abode of Mount Himavan became the famous place for the Sages and Rishis who lived in beautiful hermitage and engaged in extreme Tapasya and austerities.”

Sathi  Maranu Suni Sambhu Gana Lage  Karana Makha Kheesa | Jagya Bindhas Biloki Bhrigu Raccha Keenhi Muneesa ||

Samachar Sab Sankar Paye | Beerabhadhru Kari  Kopa Padaye || Jagya Bidhansa Jaye Theenha Keenha | Sakala Suranha Bidhivath Phalu Dheenha || Bhai Jagabidhitha Dhaccha  Gathi  Soyi | Jasi Kacchu Sambhu Bimukha Kai Hoyi || Yaha Ithihasa Sakala Jaga Jani | Thathe Mei Sancchep Bakhani || Sathi Marath Hari San Baru Maga | Janama Janama Sivapadha Anuraga || Thehi Karana Himagiri Griha  Jayi | Janami Parbathi Thanu Payi || Jab The  Uma  Saila Griha  Jayi | Sakala Sidhdhi Sampathi Thaham Cchayi || Jaham  Thaha Muninha Suashrama Keenhe | Uchitha Bas Hima Bhoodhara Dheenhe ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – The self-immolation of Devi Sati in the Yogagni

Chapter – 63– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – The self-immolation of Devi Sati in the Yogagni

 

Sage Yajjavalkya speaks “ Oh! Mune, the offensiveness to Lord Shambhu was unbearable for Dhakshayani, she could not control her anger against Dhaksha, and all those deities, sages, and Rishis assembled, rushed straight away to the assembly of sages, Rishis, and deities who were seated on the throne to witness the grand Yaga.  Dhakshayani was fuming with anger spoke “Oh! Illustrious Rishis, Sages, and deities, and elderly members of the assembly, listen to me carefully. You all will reap the fruits of your decisive plan against Lord Shambhu who is the ocean of mercy, Lord of Lords, and the essence of Universe, hence be ready to receive the fruit of your unfair practices, including my father Dhakshaprajapathi.  Whoever differentiates Hari and Hara or speaks ill about them should deserve severe punishment, if you have the courage either cut off their tongue or run away from the place closing both ears. The supreme Lord Tripurari who is the slayer of demons Tripura, is the Lord of the Universe, he is the father and mother of the Universe and its living and non-living things, and he is too compassionate and the source of welfare and auspicious to all. It is pitiful to watch my ignorant father made an attempt to bring disgrace to my Lord Shankara, I feel extremely shameful to carry this body benefited from the father who is wicked and deceitful, therefore I have decided to abandon this body once for all”.  Further, Jagathjanani Bhagavathi Paramba Devi Sati took a sanctified seat and announced “I shall contemplate upon that supreme Lord Mahadeva who is adorned in the crescent moon on beautiful reddish-brown matted hair locks, and abandoning this body attained from Dhaksha.” Thus, Devi Dhakshayani discarded her body in the Yogagni, as everyone was witnessing, brilliant energy rose from her body immersed in the sky.  Immediately huge cries rose from the grand assembly taken away all the attention.”

 

Siva Apamanu Na Jayi Sahi Sahi Hridhaya Na Hoyi Prabodha | Sakala Sabhahi Hadi Hataki Thab Boli Bachan Sakrodha ||

Sunahu Sabhasadh Sakala Munindha | Kahi Suni Jinha Sankar Nindha || So Phalu Thurath Lahab Sab Kahu | Bhali Bhanthi Parithaba Pithahu || Santh Sambhu Sreepathi Apabadha | Sunia Jaha Thaha Asi  Marjadha || Katia Thasu Jeeb Jo  Basayi | Shravana Moodhi Na Tha Chalia Parayi || Jagadhathama Mahesu Purari | Jagath Janaka Sab Ke  Hithakari || Pitha Mandhamathi Ninddhath Thehi | Dhaccha  Sukra Sambhava Yaha Dhehi || Thajihau Thurath Dheha  Thehi Hethu| Ura Dhari Chandhramauli Brishakethu || Asa  Kahi  Joga Agini Thanu Jara | Bhayau Sakala Makha Hahakara ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – Devi Sati’s arrival causes displeasure in the palace of Dhaksha – Devi Sati’s fury after witnessing insult to Lord Shambhu

 

Chapter – 62– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – Devi Sati’s arrival causes displeasure in the palace of Dhaksha – Devi Sati’s fury after witnessing insult to Lord Shambhu

“Lord Mahadeva understood Dhakshakumari is all prepared to meet her destiny, hence it is futile to argue with her, Lord Mahadeva Thripurari called out for his prominent Ganas and advised them to follow Devi Sati to her parental home with all the respect. Thus, Devi Sati was sent off from Mount Kailash escorted by the chief of Ganas to her parental home. Goddess Bhavani followed by the Ganas arrived in the Dhaksha’s palace where the deities, Rishis, and Sages in large numbers were assembled, she found there was no one to receive her with respect, all the attendants of Dhaksha turned away from the pathways were scared of strict orders from their Master, none has come forward to greet her, all that she could see displeasure in the face of people assembled after seeing her arrival. Her mother rushed on her feet and embraced Devi Sati and received her with great love, her sisters were greeted her with big smiles on their faces. Devi Sati’s arrival added fury of Dhaksha, he did not even take notice of her, kept busy commanding people in extreme anger, he was deliberately avoided any eye contact with Devi Sati, and he was extremely annoyed to see Devi Sati in the Yaga arena. Devi Sati Jagathjanani, Paramba, Bhagavathi did not bother to disturb him either, greeted him and went straight away to the Yaga arena, to take a look at the grand preparation for the rite, suddenly she noticed the oblations for the deities, was shocked to see there was no part of oblation kept for Lord Shambhu, all the deities have a fair share of their oblation except for Lord Shambhu. Immediately she remembered the advice of Lord Shambhu, her heart torn apart in a sudden rush of grief watching the insult to Lord Shankara, she was extremely tormented for being a part of the whole offense against Lord Shambhu. Devi Sati experienced the grief that was caused deep wound for several years has become nothing, but the most unfair and cruel deed from her father against the supreme Lord become unbearable, took away all her courage. Devi Sathi thought, Samsara is an unfathomable ocean of grief, Jeeva has to go through several kinds of agonies, and the decisive amongst is the humiliation from one’s own family, she could not control her anger. Devi Sati’s mother approached her with soothing words, but nothing was getting straight into her ears.”

 

Kahi Dhekha Hara Jathan Bahu Rahayi Na Dhacchakumari | Dhiya Mukhya Gan Sanga Thab Bidha Keenha Thripurari ||

Pitha Bhavan Jab Gayi Bhavani | Dhaccha Thrasa Kahu Na  Sanmani || Sadhar Bhalehi Mili Yeka Matha | Bhagini Mili Bahuth Musukatha || Dhaccha Na  Kacchu Poocchi Kusalatha | Sathihi Biloki Jare Sab Gatha || Sathi Jayi Dhekheau Thab Jaga | Kathahu Na Dheekha Sambhu  Kar  Bhaga || Thab Chith Chadeau Jo Sankar Kaheau | Prabhu Apamanu Samucchi Ura  Dhaheau || Pacchil Dhukhu Na Hridhaya Asa Byapa | Jas Yaha Bhayau Maha Parithapa || Jadhdhyapi Jaga Dharuna Dhukha Nana | Sab The Kadina Jathi Avamana || Samujji So  Sathihi Bhayau Athi Krodha | Bahu Bidhi Janani Keenha Prabodha ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Bala Kanda – Lord Mahadeva’s advice not to attend the grand Yaga of Prajapathi – Devi Sati rejects the advice of the Lord and proceed to meet her fate

 

Chapter – 61– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Bala Kanda – Lord Mahadeva’s advice not to attend the grand Yaga of Prajapathi – Devi Sati rejects the advice of the Lord and proceed to meet her fate

Devi Sati appealed to Lord Mahadev “Oh! Prabho, you are the ocean of mercy, I would like to attend the grand Yaga organized by my father Dhakshaprajapathi if you permit me to leave. It is one of the joyful occasions I would like to be with my family.” Lord Mahadeva replied thoughtfully “ Oh! Devi, your wish to attend on this auspicious occasion is justifiable, unfortunately, we haven’t received an invitation from your father. He has invited all of his daughters except you and me, considering us as his hostile. Once, he affronted me in the assembly of Lord Bhrama, and sharply criticized my behavior, hence he did not invite us for the Yaga. Oh! Bhavani, it is unwise to attend the place where you haven’t invited, if so all your grace, respect, and affection would fly with the wind. It is true that one should not wait for the formal invitation from father, Master, preceptor, and close friends. Oh! Devi, Dhakshaprajapathi has no concern about us, he is swollen with pride and anger, hence if you visit your parental home at this moment cannot reap any good, instead, it would bring inauspiciousness to you.” Further, Lord Shambhu made several attempts to convince Devi Sati to leave the very idea to visit her parental home was remained unnoticed, wisdom could not save her from the upcoming terrible fate. Devi Sati bluntly rejected all the advice of Lord Shambhu who was extremely anxious and concerned about her life, but Devi Sati was already prepared to leave the abode of Mount Kailash.”

 

Pitha Bhavan Uthsav Parama Jau Prabhu Aayasu Hoyi | Thau Mei Jau Kripayathan Sadhar Dhekhan Soyi ||

Kahehu Neek Merehu Man Bhava | Yaha Anuchitha Nahi  Nevath Padava || Dhaccha Sakala Nija  Sutha Bolayi | Hamare Bayar Thumhau Bisarayi || Bhramasabha Ham San  Dhukhu Mana | Thehi The Ajahu Karahi Apamana || Jau Binu Bole Jahu Bhavani | Rahayi Na Seelu Sanehu Na Kani || Jadhapi Mithra Prabhu Pithu Gura Geha | Jayiau Binu Bolehu Na  Sandheha|| Thadhapi Birodha Man  Jaha Koyi | Thaham Gaya Kalyanu Na Hoyi || Bhanthi Aneka Sambhu Samucchava | Bhavi Bas Na Gyanu Ura  Aava || Kaha Prabhu Jahu Jo Binahi Bolaya | Nahi Bhali Bath Hamare Bhaya ||