Vishwamitra explained to a confused Ram why he was angry with Yayati–Some days ago, Yayati’s subjects complained to the king that a herd of wild elephants was terrorising them, trampling the crops and destroying their houses. As a king, it was Yayati’s responsibility to protect his people. So, he decided to hunt down the elephants. […]
One day, Ram was in the midst of some discussions with his ministers when his guru sage Vishwamitra arrived at Ayodhya. Ram immediately went to receive his guru and escorted him to a seat. After a while, Vishwamitra explained the reason of his visit. “Ram! Yayati, the king of Kasi, has insulted me. If you
Hanuman told Bharat about Ram’s victory over Ravan. Bharat’s joy knew no bounds when he heard this. Hanuman was also elated to know that Bharat had no desire to rule Ayodhya and was sincerely waiting for Ram’s return. Hanuman then introduced himself and gave Bharat the news of Ram’s return. A delighted Bharat immediately embraced
Ram was baffled when he could not kill Ravan. But soon he came to know about Ravan’s weak spot. Ram immediately aimed the Brahmastra at Ravan’s navel. The arrow pierced his navel and squeezed out the nectar. Ravan fell down dead! Without any delay, Ram rushed to Ashok Vatika to meet Sita. Ram and Sita
With the death of his son Narantak, Ravan had no option but to go to the battlefield himself. He mounted his magnificent chariot and went to face Ram. A fierce battle ensued between Ram and Ravan. Both of them were evenly matched. Every time Ram managed to sever one of Ravan’s heads or arms, another
On hearing about Ahiravan’s death, Ravan was full of grief. An aged minister came to him and said, “Do not lose hope. You have another son Narantak, who has a massive army of demons. Call him to your aid!” A relieved Ravan called a messenger named Dhumketu and ordered him to apprise Narantak of the
Finally, Hanuman killed Ahiravan and as many demons who came his way. Ram instructed Hanuman to instal his son Makardhwaj as the new king of the netherworld. Hanuman placed the golden crown on Makardhwaj’s head. Before leaving Patal, he advised his son to follow always the path of righteousness, and be loyal and sincere to
There were lots of offerings in the form of food placed before the deity. Hanuman started consuming the food. The demons were happy to see the food disappearing. They thought the goddess herself was consuming them! When Ram and Lakshman were brought to the sacrificial altar, they heard the demons talking about the food. They
Makardhwaj was happy to see his father. He asked Hanuman to bless him. Hanuman hugged him and blessed him. Makardhwaj disclosed lots of confidential information about Ram and Lakshman, and also what fate awaited them. Hanuman also found out that both the captives were to be taken away at dawn to goddess Kamada’s temple to
After instructing Hanuman how to reach the netherworld, Vibheeshan asked him to go there and rescue Ram and Lakshman. Hanuman immediately set off to Patal. At the entrance, he took some time to rest under a tree. Suddenly, he overheard two birds perched on the tree holding a conversation. Hanuman listened to their talk carefully,
Ravan had lost all his sons, brothers and generals in the fierce battle of Lanka. His sorrow soon gave way to anger! Ravan decided to seek help from his brother Ahiravan, who ruled the netherworld. He told his brother all that happened ever since Ram and Lakshman slashed off their sister Shoorpnakha’s ears and nose.
Ram saw that his army was slowly losing to Kumbhkarn. Even the mighty Hanuman, Angad and Sugreev were helpless before him! So, he decided to deal with the invincible Kumbhkarn himself. Ram entered the battleground with his mighty bow. He then cut off Kumbhkarn’s body, part by part, and finally killed him. Then, Vibheeshan came
The war of Lanka resumed. Battle cries and the beat of the war drums filled the skies. A demon named Dhumraksh was heading the demon army that day. He fought in desperation, but Hanuman killed him. Mahodar was the next demon general. Hanuman sprang on him with a thundering roar and fought ferociously. He slashed
Bharat instantly shot an arrow at the shadow, which he thought to be a demon. Hanuman gave out a painful cry as the arrow struck him. “Ram!” he called out. A shocked Bharat ran to the injured monkey. Hanuman told Bharat the whole story. He told him that he was taking the entire mountain so
Hanuman had no idea what the Sanjeevani herb looked like. ‘All the plants here look alike. Which one is required for the treatment?’ he wondered, looking at Drongiri mountain. He stood there confused. “I have very little time with me. I cannot risk Lakshman’s life either by delaying or by taking the wrong herb,” Hanuman