Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – The interest in worldly matters and material things hurls the Jeeva into the cycles of repeated births – Rama describes his pain of separation to Lakshman

Chapter – 36– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– The interest in worldly matters and material things hurls the Jeeva into the cycles of repeated births– Rama describes his pain of separation to Lakshman

 

Sabari described her story to Lord Rama, she gazed at the marvelous form of Lord Raghu, contemplating upon the lotus feet of Prabhu, left her mortal coil with the power of Yoga, and attained the supreme abode which is the safest asylum for the Jeeva. Sage Tulsidas says, “Oh! Humans, abandon your interest in worldly matters, attachment to material things of impermanent nature, such as possession, fame, wealth, richness, children, wife, companion and relatives, interest in infinite Nama, Roopa, Rasa, Sparsha and Gandha, which can cause continuous sufferings of grief and sorrows, and ultimately hurl into the wheel of repeated births, hence surrender at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Ramachandra and get rid of impurities of the mind. The compassionate Lord Rama provided liberation to Sabari who was born in the lowly clan, does not conduct the practice of Thapa and austerities, achieved the supreme abode with her pure love and devotion at the lotus feet of Rama. My foolish mind drenched in the material matters of infinite Nama, Roopa, Rasa, Gandha, and Sparsha, thereby accumulated sins in several births, forgetting the ocean of mercy Lord Sri Ramachandra.”

 

Rama left the hermitage of Shabari, the two brothers resemble lions among men, possessed immense valor and courage wandered through the forest, Lord Rama lamented over the separation from his beloved consort Devi Sita like an ordinary human, and described his pain to Lakshman “Oh! Lakshman, see the beauty of the forest, whose heart does not get stirred at the sight of the loveliness of it? The swarm of honey bees, the herds of deer are enjoying their pleasurable time with their companions. The male deer that got scared of my sight might have been pacified by its female companion, saying that I have come in search of the golden deer. The elephants are walking in herds as if they are teaching me a lesson not to leave a beloved companion at any cost, the greatest lesson that a man should not leave his wife under any circumstances. There are several scriptures to enlighten the human with an abundance of knowledge, a King should not depend on a woman, however she served him in her all life, can cherish in heart, but he can’t thoroughly understand a woman. Oh! Brother, the spring in the wood is so attractive, yet it is painful for me without my beloved consort.”

 

Kahi Katha Sakala Biloki Harimukha Hridhaya Padha Pankaja Dhare | Thaji Joga Pavaka Dheha Haripadha Leena Bhayi Jaha Nahi Phire || Nara Bibidha Karma Adharma Bahu Matha Sokapradha Sab Thyagahu | Biswasa Kari Kaha Dhasa Tulasi Ramapadha Anuragahu ||

Jathi Heena  Adha Janama Mahi Muktha Keenhi Asi Nari | Mahamandha Mana Sukha Chahasi Yese Prabhuhi Bisari ||

Chale Rama Thyaga Bana soau | Athulitha Bala Nara Kehari Dhoau|| Birahi Iva Prabhu Karatha Bishadha | Kahatha Katha Aneka Sambadha || Lacchimana Dhekhu Bipina Kayi Sobha | Dhekhath Kehi Kara Mana Nahi Cchobha || Nari Sahitha Sab Khaga  Mriga Brindha | Manahu Mori Karatha Hahi Nindha || Hamahi Dhekhi Mriga Nikara Parahi | Mrigi Kahahi Thumha Kaha Bhaya Nahi || Thumha Anandha Karahu Mriga Jaye | Kanchana Mriga Khojana Ye Aye || Sanga Layi Karini Kari  Lehi | Manahu Mohi  Sikhavanu  Dhehi || Sasthra Suchithitha Puni Puni Dhekhia | Bhoopa Susevitha Basa Nahi Lekhia || Rakhia Nari Jadhapi Ura  Mahi | Jubathi Sasthra Nripathi Basa Nahi || Dhekhahu Thatha Basantha Suhava | Priya Heena Mohi Bhaya Upajava ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – Sabari advises Rama to proceed to Pampa Lake

 

Chapter – 35– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– Sabari advises Rama to proceed to Pampa Lake

 

Lord Rama speaks “Oh! Noble soul, the third form of devotion is selfless service at the lotus feet of one’s own preceptor, and the devotees of the Lord. The fourth form of devotion is singing in praise of the Lord, and worship of the Lord without expecting a personal gain. The fifth form of devotion is highly eulogized by Veda, is the constant meditation and contemplation, pronouncing my name ‘Rama’, the sixth form of devotion is undertaking austerities to achieve self-control, getting rid of impurities of Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathshcharya, Ahamkara and Mamakara, which is prescribed for the ascetics, Rishis and Sages. The seventh form of devotion is the superior one, perceiving the all-pervasive nature of mine, Oneness-in-all, and whoever practices this type of devotion is beloved to me, they perceive me in all animate and inanimate things in the Universe. The eighth form of devotion is the ‘contentment’, absence of impurities, never find fault in others. The ninth form of devotion is ‘Truthfulness’, practicing straightforwardness in all dealings, with the intense faith and devotion in me. Oh! Virtuous lady, whoever practices the nine types of devotion, whether it is human or animals, or any other creatures, they are dear to me always. Oh! Devi, you have grown far beyond the nine types of devotion, I am highly pleased with your devotion, which is difficult to achieve for Yogis and Rishis who undertake extreme penance and austerities, you have achieved the fruitfulness of your devotion effortlessly, you have achieved the incomparable fruit of achievement by witnessing me. Oh! Bhamini, do you know anything about Devi Janaki? If you came to know about her, kindly tell me.” Sabari replied fervently “Oh! Prabho kindly proceeds to Pampa Lake, and meets Sugreevah, he will assist you to find Devi Janaki. Oh! Lord of Raghu, you are the knower of all, you are omniscient, yet you are asking me?” Shabari repeatedly prostrated at the lotus feet of Rama, and narrated all that she was heard from Sage Mathanga, and eagerly waited all her life to meet her beloved Lord Rama.

 

Guru Padhapankaja Seva  Theesari Bhagathi Amana | Chauthi Bhagathi Mama Gunagana Karayi  Kapata Thaji Gana ||

Manthra Japa Mama Dhrida Biswasa | Panchama BhajanaSo Bedha Prakasa || Cchat Dhasa Seela Birathi Bahu Karma | Niratha Niranthara Sajjana Dharma || Sathava Sama Mohi Maya Jaga Dhekha | Mothe Santh Adhika Kari Lekha || Aatva Jathalabha Santhosha | Sapnehu  Nahi Dhekhayi Paradhosha || Navama Sarala Sab San Cchalheena | Mama Bharosa Hiya Harasha Na Dheena || Nava Mahau Yekau Jinha Ke Hoyi | Nari Purusha Sacharachara Koyi || Soyi Athisaya Priya Bhamini  More | Sakala Prakara Bhagathi Dhrida Thore || Jogi Brindha Dhurllabha Gathi Joyi | Tho Khau Aaju Sulabha Bhayi Soyi || Mama Dharasana Phala Parama Anoopa | Jeeva Pava Nija Sahaja Saroopa || Janakasutha Kayi Sudhi Bhamini| Janahi Kahu Karibaragamini || Pampa Sarahi Jahu Raghurayi | Thaha Hoyihi Sugreeva Mithayi|| So Sab Kahihi Deva Raghubeera | Janathahau Poochahu Mathidheera || Bar Bar Prabhupadha Siru Nayi | Prema Sahitha Sab Katha  Sunayi ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – Rama describes Navadhabhakthi/nine types of devotion to Sabari

Chapter – 34– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– Rama describes Navadhabhakthi/nine types of devotion to Sabari

 

Sabari brought baskets full of succulent fruits and offered to Rama was partaken graciously, repeatedly praising the taste of it. She stood before Rama with palm folded, and gazed at the wonderful appearance of Rama, her love and devotion for Rama grown intensely “Oh! Prabho, how can I praise your virtues and loveliness? I am a dull-woman born in the lowly clan, Oh! Prabho, you are the destroyer of the sins of the Jeeva, I am an ignorant Jeeva.” Rama replied affectionately “Oh! Bhamini, Oh! Virtuous one, I do not look for the rank or class of the Jeeva, I always look for pure love and devotion only. Oh! Noble soul, the Jeeva born in a higher clan, possess immense wealth and material comforts, observe Dharmic rites, has achieved deep knowledge in Veda Shastra Purana, and good physical strength, even after all these if he has no love or devotion at my lotus feet that would be considered as a rainless cloud. Oh! Saintly lady, I shall describe the nine types of devotion to you, listen to them carefully. The first in order is the association with the Santh, Mahathma, and noble souls, which would remove the impurities of mind such as Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathscharya, Ahamkara, and Mamakara, and inspires the Jeeva to take up austerities, Shamadhamadhis, and it keeps away from the interest in worldly matters and attachment to wealth, possession, fame, richness, children, wife, companion, and relatives, etc. The second one is listening to the glorious myths from the scriptures would enhance the pure love and devotion at the lotus feet of me.”

 

Kandhamoola Phala Surasa Athi Dhiya Rama Kahau Aani | Prema Sahitha Prabhu Khaye Barambar Bakhani ||

Pani Jori Aage Bhayi Dadi | Prabhuhi Biloki Preethi Athi Badi || Kehi Bidhi Asthuthi Karau Thumhari | Adhama Jathi Mei Jadamathi Bhari || Adhama The Adhama Adhama Athi Nari | Thinha Maha Mei Mathimandha Adhari || Kaha Raghupathi Sunu Bhamini Batha| Manau Yek Bhagathi Kara Natha || Jathi Pathi Kuladharma Badayi | Dhana Bala Parijana Guna Chathurayi|| Bhagathi Heena Nara Sohayi Kaisa | Binu Jala Baridha Dhekhia Jaisa || Navadha Bhagathi Kahau Thohi Pahi | Savadhana Sunu Dharu Manamahi || Prathama Bhagathi Santhanha Kara Sanga | Dhoosari Rathi Mama Katha Prasanga ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – The significance of ‘Bhramins’ considered as deities on the Earth/Boodevatha – Rama’s arrival at the hermitage of Sabari

 

Chapter – 33– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– The significance of ‘Bhramins’ considered as deities on the Earth/Boodevatha– Rama’s arrival at the hermitage of Sabari

 

Lord Rama spoke “Oh! Gandharva, whoever serves the Bhramins considered as Lord on the Earth, with the mind, deed, and words would win over the trinities Lord Bhrama, Vishnu, and Lord Shiva. Oh! Gandharva, the Rishis, and Sages highly speak even if the Bhramana behave impolitely, and unpleasingly he is worthy to adore, hence every single Bhramin is worthy of adoration, even though he lacks modesty and virtues. Likewise, a Sudra does not worthy of adoration, even if he has possessed virtues and rich knowledge.” Rama was pleased with the devotion of Kabandha, soon the demon regained the original form of Gandharva, he bowed at the lotus feet of Rama, and ascended to heaven. Thus, the compassionate Lord Rama liberated the curse on Gandharva and proceeded to the hermitage of Sabari. As soon as Sabari noticed the arrival of the Lord Sri Ramachandra, she remembered the promise of her preceptor Sage Mathanga, shrieked in delight “Oh! Sarasija Lochana/lotus-eyed, Oh! Bahuvishala/powerful arms, Oh! Jatamakutadhari/adorned in matted hair locks, Oh! Banamaladhari/adorned in Vanamala, Oh! Shyamagauravarnna/Rama and Lakshman who has the complexion of dark clouds and golden complexion respectively.” Sabari fell at the lotus feet of Rama and clasped his feet. She was in a state of ecstasy, she could not utter a word that stuck in her throat, she repeatedly prostrated at the lotus feet of Rama. Sabari searched for water in her hermitage, and washed the feet of Rama and Lakshman, and offered them a seat.

 

Mana Krama Bachana Kapata Thaji Jo Kara Bhoosura Seva | Mohi Sametha Biranchi Siva Basa Thake Sab Deva ||

Sapatha  Thadath Parusha Kahantha| Bipra Poojya Asa Gavahi Santha || Poojia Bipra Seela Gunaheena | Soodhra Na Guna Gana Gyana Prabeena || Kahi Nija Dharma Thahi Samujjava | Nijapadha Preethi Dhekhi Mana Bhava || Raghupathi Charana Kamala Siru Nayi | Gayau Gagana Aapani Gathi Payi || Thehi Dheyi Gathi Rama Udhara| Sabari Ke  Ashrama Paghu Dhara || Sabari Dhekhi Rama Griha Aaye | Muni Ke  Bachana Samucchi Jiya Bhaye || Sarasija Lochana Bahu Bisala | Jata Mukuta Sira Ura Banamala || Syama  Gaura Sundhara Dhoau Bhayi | Sabari Pari Charana Lapatayi || Premamagana Mukha Bachana Na Aava | Puni Puni PadhaSaroja Sira Nava || Sadhar Jala Lai Charana Pakhare | Puni Sundhara Aasana Baitare ||

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – Rama performs the final rites of Jatayu - Kabandha Moksha

 

Chapter – 32– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– Rama performs the final rites of Jatayu - Kabandha Moksha

 

The King of Birds, Jatayu achieved intense devotion at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Hari as a boon and proceed to the abode of Lord Hari. Rama performed the final rites of Jatayu, thus the compassionate Lord Rama proved his impartial nature to his devotees, ultimately Jatayu who was born in the lowly clan of vultures, carnivores by nature attained Paramamgathi which is difficult to achieve even for the Yogis. Lord Mahadeva speaks to Devi Uma “Oh! Devi, listen to me carefully, the unfortunate Jeeva move afar from the pure love and devotion at the lotus feet of Lord Sri Hari and get attached to the material matters of worldly existence such as wealth, richness, money, fame, family, children, wife, relatives and companions, etc…and the infinite Nama, Rasa, Roopa, Gandha, and Sparsha. The two brothers proceeded to the dense forest in search of Devi Sita, conducted a demanding exploration, on their way they met the demon Kabandha who got killed at the hands of Rama, while leaving the mortal coil Kabandha explained the curse of Sage Durvassa, and praised Lord Rama for showering mercy upon him. The compassionate Lord Rama pacified “Oh! Kabandha, Oh! Gandharva, I can’t bear the merciless act on Bhramins.”

 

Abirala Bhagathi Magi Bara  Geedha Gayau Haridhama | Thehi Ki Kriya Jayochitha Nija Kara Keenhi Rama ||

Komalachitha Athi Dheenadhayala | Karana Binu Raghunatha Kripala || Geedha Adhama Khaga Aamisha Bhogi | Gathi Dheenhi Jo Jachath Jogi || Sunahu Uma The Loga Abhagi | Hari Thaji Hohi Bishaya Anuragi || Puni Seethahi Khojath Dhau Bhayi | Chale Bilokath Bana Bahuthayi || Sankula Latha Bitapa Dhana Kanana | Bahu Khaga Mriga Thaha Gaja  Panchanana || Aavath Pantha Kabandha Nipatha | Thehi Sab Kahi Sapa Kai Batha || Dhurbasa Mohi Dheenhi Sapa | Prabupadha Pekhi Mita  So Papa || Sunu Gandharba Kahau Mei Thohi | Mohi Na  Sohayi Bhramakula Dhrohi ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – Jatayu eulogizes the splendor of Lord Rama

Chapter – 31 (2)– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– Jatayu eulogizes the splendor of Lord Rama

 

Rama spoke in tears “Oh! Noble soul, do not let my father know about the abduction of Devi Seetha by the ten-headed Ravan, If I was not that Paramathma, the whole clan of Ravana would have perished by now.” Soon Jayatu left his mortal coil and assumed a divine form of Lord Sri Hari, attired in magnificent clothes, adorned in marvelous jewels and Vanamala, four arms, beautiful limbs of dark cloud complexioned, his eyes were overflowing with tears and eulogized Rama.

“ Hail Rama!  Hail Rama who is Nirguna and Sagunaswaroopa Paramathma Parambhramam ! Oh! Prabho, you are absolute consciousness, free from impurities, unblemished, pure, has neither birth nor death, you are Mayapathi who is inseparable from Maya, but free from delusion. You are the essence of Triguna/Sathvik, Rajasik, and Thamasik, Oh! Prabho, your ferocious bow, and arrows are capable to tore off the dreadful demon Ravana into pieces, I shall repeatedly prostrate before the supreme Lord Rama who is the ornament of the Raghu clan, protector of the Earth and noble souls, he has an attractive dark cloud complexion, he has beautiful lustrous face resemble the autumn moon, he has lovely eyes resemble the red lotus flower petals, he has long powerful arms, he is the source of liberation from the repeated births. Oh! Prabho, you are self-restraint, unfathomable, you are that supreme Bhramam which has no dualities/Dhvandhabhava, grief, and agony, happiness, and sorrow, gain, and loss, good and evil, etc. you are eternal, you are not perceivable, you are perceivable through the austerities, Shamadhamadhi, pure love and devotion, meditation and contemplation, etc. you are the dispeller of darkness of ignorance, dualities of birth and death, pleasure and pain, etc. Oh! Prabho, you are the protector of the Universe, you are the preserver of the Earth, you are the delight of noble souls, ascetics, Rishis, and Sages, who constantly pronounce your sacred name ‘Rama’. I shall worship Lord Sri Ramachandra who is dispassionate and removes the impurities of Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Madha, Mathshcharya, Ahamkara, and Mamakara of the Jeeva. The Veda highly eulogizes the glories of that all-pervasive supreme Bhramam as blameless, pure, dispassionate, free from impurities, which is attainable after the several austerities and extreme penance by the Rishis and Sages, undertaking the path of Bhakti, Gnana, and Vairagya. Oh! Prabho, you are an ocean of mercy, the supreme bliss personified on the Earth, entices all the animate and inanimate things. He represents a honey bee that takes pleasure in the lotus-like heart of devotees, he has great effulgence, excels in the loveliness of several thousands of Kamadeva. Oh! Prabho, you are perceivable for the noble souls, and imperceivable for the wicked, you are impartial, the Yogis perceive your eternal presence with their austerities and penance, Oh! Rama, Oh! Lakshmipathi, have you ever been ignored the cries of your devotees? May that Supreme Lord Rama whose remembrance would eradicate the repeated births reside in my heart permanently.”

 

Seetha Harana Thatha Jani Kahahu Pitha San Jayi | Jau Mei Tha Kula Sahitha Kahihi Dhasanana Aayi ||

Gheedha Dheha Thaji Dhari Hariroopa | Bhooshana Bahu Pata Peetha Anoopa || Syama Gatha Bisala Bhujachari | Asthuthi Karatha Nayana Bhari Bari ||

Jaya Ramaroopa Anoopa Nirguna Saguna Guna Preraka Sahi | Dhasaseesa Bahu Prachanda Khandana Chanda Sar Mandana Mahi || Payodha Gatha Saroja Mukha Rajeeva Aayatha Lochanam|| Nitha Naumi Ramu Kripala Bahu Bisala Bhavabhaya Mochanam || Balamapreya Anadhi Ajam Avyakthameka Agocharam | Gobindham Gopara  Dhvandhahara Bigyanadhana Dharanidharam || Je Rama Manthra Japatha Santha Anantha  Janamana Ranjjanam | Nitha Naumi Rama Akamapriya Kamadhi Khala Dhala Ganjjanam || Jehi Shruthi Niranjjana Bhrama Byapaka Biraja Aja Kahi Gavahi | Kari Dhyana Gyana Biraga Joga Aneka Muni Jehi Pavahi || So Pragata Karuna Kandha Sobha Brindha Aga Jaga Mohayi | Mama Hridhaya Pankaja Bringa Anga  Ananga Bahu Cchabi Sohayi || Jo Agama Sugama Subhava Nirmala Asama Sama Seethala Sadha || Pasyathi Jam Jogi Jathana Kari Karatha Mana Go Basa Sadha || So Rama Ramaa Nivasa Santhatha Dhasa Basa Thribhuvana Dhani | Mama Ura  Basau So Samana Samsrithi Jasu Keerathi Pavani ||

 

Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Sri Tulsidas Maharaj – Aranya Kanda – King of birds Jatayu prepares to leave mortal coil on the lap of Rama

Chapter – 31 (1)– Sri Ramacharitha Manas – Aranya Kanda– King of birds Jatayu prepares to leave mortal coil on the lap of Rama

 

Rama took Jatayu who was badly wounded, lost wings, lying helpless on his lap, and caressed his body with his lotus-like hands. As soon as Jatayu witnessed the compassionate Lord, all his pain were disappeared. Jatayu regained consciousness and spoke in grief “Oh! Prabho, you are the destroyer of fear and anxiousness of worldly existence, listen to me carefully, it was the wicked Ravana the ten-headed demon that put me into this misery and abducted Devi Janaki. He took her in his celestial vehicle and moved to the south, while Devi Sita was shrieking for help. I have held my breath to convey this message to you, Oh! Prabho, Kripasagara, I am leaving my Prana.” Rama pleaded “Oh! Dear, hold on for a while” Jatayu smiled at Lord and spoke “Oh! Prabho, Do I need to hold on my Prana after witnessing the glorious form of that supreme Lord Sri Hari, who is beyond perception and description, appeared before me, even the Vedas are incompetent to eulogize your glories, affirms as ‘Na: Ithi Na;Ithi’, the pious and noble souls utter your very name ‘Rama’ while departing this world is present before me, what else I need to make my life fruitful? should I hold on to my Prana any longer?” Lord of Raghu replied in tears “Oh! Dear father, you have attained an enviable state with your noble deeds, nothing is impossible for the Jeeva who has a good heart and desire for the welfare of all. Oh! Dear father, you can leave this mortal coil, and proceed to my supreme abode. What shall I give you as a boon, when you have already fulfilled all your desires?”

Kara Saroja Sira  Paraseau Kripasindhu Raghubeer | Nirakhi Rama Cchabi Dhama Mukha Bigatha Bhayi Sab Peer ||

Thab Kaha Geedh Bachana Dhari Dheera | Sunahu Rama Bhanjjana Bhavabheera || Natha Dhasanana Yaha Gathi Keenhi | Thehi Khala Janakasutha Hari Leenhi || Lai  Dhacchina  Dhisi Gayau Gosayi | Bilapathi Athi Kurari Ki Nayi || Dharasa Lagi Prabhu Rakheau Prana | Chalana Chahatha Ab Kripanidhana || Rama Kaha Thanu Rakhahu Thatha | Mukha Musukayi Kahi Thehi Batha || Ja Kara Nama Maratha Mukha Aava| Adhamau Mukutha Hoyi Shruthi Gava || So Mama Lochana Gochara Aage | Rakhau Dheha Natha Kehi Khagae || Jalabhari Nayana Kahahi Raghurayi | Thatha Karma Nija The Gathipayi || Parahitha Basa Jinha Ke Manamahi | Thinha Kahau Jaga Dhurllabha Kacchu Nahi || Thanu Thaji Thatha Jahu Mama Dhama | Dheau Kaha Thumha Pooranakama ||