The clinking of her bangles, the tinkling of little bells, tied around the anklets and the waist, alerted Ram, as if Cupid himself was sounding his horns, to conquer the whole world. As He turned around to see, where the sound was coming from, He found Himself directly gazing into the beautiful limped eyes of Sita. So awe struck was He, that he kept on staring, His eyelids got stuck for a while. Actually, Nemi the God for the eyelids, was abashed, so he left his domain for a bit, giving Ram and Sita their privacy, so that they could have eye contact, with no barriers. Ram's ecstasy new no bounds. "The creator must have made her by his own hands, and was showing off his work of beauty, to the world", Ram said. Ram was dumbfounded by her charm and beauty, a beauty that was a beacon to all beauty. It was difficult for Ram to liken the beauty of the daughter of the king of Vedeha. It seamed that all illustrations of beauty done by poets in the past, could not do justice to hers at this time.
Thus, Ram totally enthralled by Sita, started reflecting his state, to his brother. Innocently He told him how Sita was none other than the daughter of the king of Janakpur, the bow-sacrifice was being held for her to find a suitor, and that she was going to the temple of Gauri. Further, he added, that her radiance had touched His naturally pure heart, that had quickened it's heartbeat and his right limbs were throbbing, which was a sign of upcoming good fortune." God only knows what He is doing, for men in the Raghukul (dynasty) never set their hearts on wayward courses". The Lord went on to explain to His brother, how He was very confident of His mind, which had never even dreamed of another man's wife." Their were very few men in this world who run away from battle, he said, cast a glance at another woman, or ever give alms to a beggar" He explained.
Even when Ram was confiding in His brother, His gaze was soaking in Sita's beauty, just like a bee was sucking in, the nectar of a lotus flower.
This segment of the 'Bal Khand' in the Ram Charitra Manas is quite profound. The Lord is showing feelings of His heart and revealing to us, the inherent inner beauty that we all have. Their is a lot to be said of love, and that is why, we shall keep talking about it a lot longer. Meanwhile, be in a state of Ram Rajya! JAI HO !
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Sitas's Yearning
Tehi Avsar Sita Tehan Aaee
Girija Pujan Janani Pathaee
While the brothers were gathering flowers, Sita arrived in that garden. She was sent by her mother to pray to the Goddess Girija. She was accompanied by her smart and lovely girl friends, who happily sang along. Besides the lake, stood a small alluring sacred temple, dedicated to the universal mother Girja. Sita, after taking a dip in the lake, prayed to the Goddess so that she would find a suitable husband. One of her friends, however, strayed away, where she chanced to have a glimpse of the two brothers. Seeing how overwhelmed she looked when she returned, all the girls were eager to know, what was the reason for her ecstasy.
She answered that, she had just seen two handsome and charming men, who were tender in age, one dark and the other fair. She said that, she could hardly describe the two, because suddenly, her speech had no sight and her eyes were mute. Then, the damsels started discussing the fact that, the whole city was enamoured by the two princess who had arrived with the sage Vishvamitra. They had apparently captivated the hearts of all the men and women, and, that is all everyone was talking about. They decided, that they all must see them. When, they saw the longing and restlessness in Sita's eyes, they quickly made their way in search of them. Sita followed suit, wondering if it was her old love that had been triggered off.
Sumiri Siya Naarad Vachan, Upjee Preet Puneet
Chakit Bilowkati Sakal Disi, Janu Sisu Mrigi Sabheeth
Remembering, what Narad Muni had told her and her family, about her marriage, her heart was filled with innocent love. With anxious furtive eyes, she gazed hither and thither, like a startled fawn, who had come upon something
Was Sita already falling in love? Was this moment, the answer to her prayers ? Who is she going to see next? We all want to know. However we shall see. For today though, feel the love that is burning in Sita's heart, then you will have RAM RAJYA. JAI HO!
Girija Pujan Janani PathaeeWhile the brothers were gathering flowers, Sita arrived in that garden. She was sent by her mother to pray to the Goddess Girija. She was accompanied by her smart and lovely girl friends, who happily sang along. Besides the lake, stood a small alluring sacred temple, dedicated to the universal mother Girja. Sita, after taking a dip in the lake, prayed to the Goddess so that she would find a suitable husband. One of her friends, however, strayed away, where she chanced to have a glimpse of the two brothers. Seeing how overwhelmed she looked when she returned, all the girls were eager to know, what was the reason for her ecstasy.
She answered that, she had just seen two handsome and charming men, who were tender in age, one dark and the other fair. She said that, she could hardly describe the two, because suddenly, her speech had no sight and her eyes were mute. Then, the damsels started discussing the fact that, the whole city was enamoured by the two princess who had arrived with the sage Vishvamitra. They had apparently captivated the hearts of all the men and women, and, that is all everyone was talking about. They decided, that they all must see them. When, they saw the longing and restlessness in Sita's eyes, they quickly made their way in search of them. Sita followed suit, wondering if it was her old love that had been triggered off.
Sumiri Siya Naarad Vachan, Upjee Preet Puneet
Chakit Bilowkati Sakal Disi, Janu Sisu Mrigi Sabheeth
Remembering, what Narad Muni had told her and her family, about her marriage, her heart was filled with innocent love. With anxious furtive eyes, she gazed hither and thither, like a startled fawn, who had come upon something
Was Sita already falling in love? Was this moment, the answer to her prayers ? Who is she going to see next? We all want to know. However we shall see. For today though, feel the love that is burning in Sita's heart, then you will have RAM RAJYA. JAI HO!
Saturday, October 2, 2010
The Celestial Garden Of Janakpur
For a couple of hours and late into the night, the sage Vishvamitra, narrated old legends to the boys, as they did their nightly devotional rituals. Then, as the sage retired to bed, the two brothers pressed his feet. That Lord and His brother, whose lotus feet are sought by men who have done immense sacrifice, are lovingly rubbing the feet of their Guru. Upon insisting, the Lord then, went to bed while the young brother caressed His feet, with much reverence and love. Only later, did the younger brother go to sleep.
The Lord of the universe and His brother woke up right before dawn, just before their guru. After doing their morning chores, and daily ritual of puja(devotion) they came to bow before the sage. Upon going to pick flowers, they discovered the radiant royal garden. Old nurtured trees stood resplendent with beautiful leaves and fresh fruit. Creepers blooming with flowers of different hues, were hanging from trellises. It seemed that nature in all its glory, had taken permanent residence in these gardens and was putting celestial beauty to shame. A serene lake in the center, had gem covered stairs, leading outwards. It's limped waters held colourful lotuses. With peacocks dancing, birds chirping and bees humming, it was truly a sight to behold. The Lord Himself, who delights one, along with his brother, were delighted at the beauty that lay in front of them.
Natural beauty truly soothes the soul.It is true, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, but when true beauty is mingled with the beauty that lies within, then we have Ram Rajya! JAI HO!
The Lord of the universe and His brother woke up right before dawn, just before their guru. After doing their morning chores, and daily ritual of puja(devotion) they came to bow before the sage. Upon going to pick flowers, they discovered the radiant royal garden. Old nurtured trees stood resplendent with beautiful leaves and fresh fruit. Creepers blooming with flowers of different hues, were hanging from trellises. It seemed that nature in all its glory, had taken permanent residence in these gardens and was putting celestial beauty to shame. A serene lake in the center, had gem covered stairs, leading outwards. It's limped waters held colourful lotuses. With peacocks dancing, birds chirping and bees humming, it was truly a sight to behold. The Lord Himself, who delights one, along with his brother, were delighted at the beauty that lay in front of them.
Natural beauty truly soothes the soul.It is true, beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, but when true beauty is mingled with the beauty that lies within, then we have Ram Rajya! JAI HO!
Friday, October 1, 2010
Janakpur's Love Affair
The women of Janakpur are abuzz with talks of how the dark complexioned older brother is most worthy of the hand, of the princess Janaki, in marriage. They discuss about how the king might not discard his vow, of the bow-sacrifice. They all sincerely hope that providence will take over, and the princess will get her due. One thing was certain, they all wanted to see these beautiful boys coming to their town again and again. If only they are so fortunate.
The people on the street wondered, how this young dark skinned lad, even though he is so suited for the princess, will be able to bend the bow. One said, that he only looks vulnerable, that he had heard, that the boy yields great power, and that by touching Ahilya, (I have already written about this story before) who had sinned, by hes feet, she had achieved salvation. Every one was of one view however. They wanted Sita the daughter of king Janak to marry Ram.
By now, the brothers arrived at the eastern part of the city. This is where the bow- sacrifice was to be held. In the spacious arena a pristine alter was erected, that was exquisitely adorned. Just like a boxing ring, this altar had raised platform seats all around it, that were made of gold, to seat the princes, who had been invited. Then, their was another higher level of seats, just like the bleachers, where the common folks would sit.. Close to the inner circle, their were brightly painted colourful galleries, where their were boxed in seating, for the women in rank, in the family.
All this sight -seeing tour was being given to the brothers by the children of the town. They eagerly swooned over the princes and led them from here to there . Lovingly, the brothers engaged with the children and showed awe and wonder at what they saw. The Lord who with his 'Maya' can produce several universes in the blink of an eye, was showing amusement and graciousness at the sight of this arena.
Realising it was pretty late the brothers returned to their Guru. The sublime Lord, who on a whim can inspire terror in terror itself, can on the other hand, manifest devotion too,. However the Lord was sacred of the Guru because they were late.
Very childlike, the Lord Shri Ram frolicked with the innocent children of Janakpur. Bring that inner child out today, and then you shall have Ram Rajya! JAI HO!
The people on the street wondered, how this young dark skinned lad, even though he is so suited for the princess, will be able to bend the bow. One said, that he only looks vulnerable, that he had heard, that the boy yields great power, and that by touching Ahilya, (I have already written about this story before) who had sinned, by hes feet, she had achieved salvation. Every one was of one view however. They wanted Sita the daughter of king Janak to marry Ram.
By now, the brothers arrived at the eastern part of the city. This is where the bow- sacrifice was to be held. In the spacious arena a pristine alter was erected, that was exquisitely adorned. Just like a boxing ring, this altar had raised platform seats all around it, that were made of gold, to seat the princes, who had been invited. Then, their was another higher level of seats, just like the bleachers, where the common folks would sit.. Close to the inner circle, their were brightly painted colourful galleries, where their were boxed in seating, for the women in rank, in the family.
All this sight -seeing tour was being given to the brothers by the children of the town. They eagerly swooned over the princes and led them from here to there . Lovingly, the brothers engaged with the children and showed awe and wonder at what they saw. The Lord who with his 'Maya' can produce several universes in the blink of an eye, was showing amusement and graciousness at the sight of this arena.
Realising it was pretty late the brothers returned to their Guru. The sublime Lord, who on a whim can inspire terror in terror itself, can on the other hand, manifest devotion too,. However the Lord was sacred of the Guru because they were late.
Very childlike, the Lord Shri Ram frolicked with the innocent children of Janakpur. Bring that inner child out today, and then you shall have Ram Rajya! JAI HO!
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