The Rāmāyana, Volume 2. Āranya, Kishkindhā, and Sundara Kāndam by Valmiki

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Creator Valmiki
Translator Dutt, Manmatha Nath
Title The Rāmāyana, Volume 2. Āranya, Kishkindhā, and Sundara Kāndam
Credits Produced by James Simmons
Summary "The Rāmāyana, Volume 2. Āranya, Kishkindhā, and Sundara Kāndam" by Valmiki is an ancient epic narrative, likely composed in the early centuries of the Common Era. The work recounts the adventures of Lord Rāma, his wife Sita, and his brother Lakshmana as they navigate the challenges of life in the forest of Dandaka. This volume particularly dives into themes of duty, righteousness, and the trials faced by the characters, portraying the trials faced by Rāma as he grapples with his destiny and moral obligations. The opening of this volume sets the stage for Rāma, Sita, and Lakshmana as they enter the Dandaka forest, encountering various ascetics and the dangers that inhabit it. Upon witnessing the asylums of the ascetics, Rāma is struck by their beauty and spiritual energy. The trio visits the dwellings of the ascetics, where they are received with respect; however, the harmony is soon disrupted when they confront Virādha, a fearsome Rākshasa. Rāma's compassion for the ascetics leads him to take action against the threatening creature. This segment introduces the abundance of nature and the stark contrast of danger in the forest, establishing a narrative foundation rich in vivid descriptions and moral undertones that continue throughout the epic. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Folklore -- India
Subject Rama (Hindu deity) -- Fiction
Subject Epic poetry, Sanskrit -- Translations into English
Subject Valmiki -- Adaptations
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EBook-No. 57826
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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