Everyone knew that only Hanuman could bring the healing herb within the night and save Lakshman’s life. Lord Ram was pleased with Hanuman’s devotion and trust in him. So, he blessed him, “May your mission be successful!” Hanuman soon set off in search of the life-saving herb. On the way, he felt very thirsty and tired. He thought, ‘A little rest and a drink from the cool water of the nearby lake would rejuvenate me and make me move faster’. Meanwhile, a demon named Kalanemi assumed the form of a sage and sat beside the lake. He was chanting Ram’s name. Hanuman approached him and told him that he was feeling thirsty. The sage offered him cool refreshing water from his vessel. Hanuman declined, saying that it would not be enough to quench his thirst. The sage then told him that he could drink from the lake, if he wanted more water.
Hanuman Meets Kalanemi
