Jain Ramayana Part 1

SR No.: 002021
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Bhadraguptasuri
Publisher: Vishvakalyan Prakashan Trust Mehsana
Publication Year: 2000
Total Pages: 452
Language: English
Classification: Book_English, Mythology, & Story
File Size: 21 MB

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Ravan's Marriage
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became flooded with an astounding splendour; and soon, the divine sword, "Chandrahas" appeared before Ravan who clutched it at once with delight and elation.
As soon as he secured the sword, Chandrahas, Ravan ended his austerity and meditation. For a while, he sat firm in his seat; and then he opened his eyes. On one side, he saw his grandfather, Sumali standing there supremely pleased with his attainments and watching him with intent eyes glowing with unshaking lids. Sweet and happy smiles decked his face. On the other side stood his father, Ratnashrava watching his heroic son with limitless joy and admiration. Nearby, there stood his mother, Kaikasi and attendants, eager to embrace and bless her darling son. Ravan, at once, stood up; stepped forward with overflowing veneration and touched the feet of his elders and secured their heartfelt blessings, with his head bowed in devotion and affection. He added a feather to his cap; and enhanced his glory and reputation by entering the city of Swayamprabha in the company of the members of his family, ministers, courtiers and friends.
Three magnificently decorated chariots stood at the gate of the palace. Ravan sat in one; Kumbhakarna sat in the second one; and the serene Vibhishan sat in the third one.
The melodies emerging from various musical instruments reverberated in the atmosphere. Women sang auspicious songs; young girls stood in a line to rain flowers over the heads of the young princes. The people of the city swayed in elation and jubilation. Vast masses of people could be seen as far as one's eye could traverse. The entire sky began to reverberate with jubilant and triumphant cries and slogans of the people.
Blessed was the mother ! Blessed was the father ! Blessed were the princes ! Blessed was the Rakshasa dynasty !
Everywhere people talked about the same thing. They were admiring the exceptional abilities and virtues of the princes and