Jain Ramayana Part 3

SR No.: 002023
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Bhadraguptasuri
Publisher: Vishvakalyan Prakashan Trust Mehsana
Publication Year: 2000
Total Pages: 518
Language: English
Classification: Book_English, Story, & Literature
File Size: 24 MB

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JAIN RAMAYAN
“This is Kothishila. Lakshman, you lift this, so, that all might believe that Ravan's death will take place in your hands". Jambhavan said in a serious voice pointing towards the Kothishila. Lakshman was silent for a few moments. Then, he stepped forward; stretched both his hands and in the twinkling of an eye he lifted the Kothishila as if it were a creeper. The cries of applause uttered by divine beings reverberated in the skies. Jambhavan and the other warriors applauded Lakshman clapping their hands. Their cries of elation reverberated in the skies. All were convinced that Lakshman would kill Ravan and that no power in this universe could save Ravan from that disaster.
All sat in the airship in great joy and elation and returned to Kishkindha. They conveyed to Shri Ram the news of Lakshman's success. His joy knew no bounds. Greatly delighted with what he heard Shri Ram embraced Lakshman. His eyes sparkled with affection for his brother.
"Brother Lakshman! Now, it is certain that the time of Ravan's death has approached; and that it will take place in your hands. There is no way left to us except war."
"O Lord of compassion! It is certain that we will attain victory in the war; but it is the moral duty of noble heroes to send a messenger to the enemy before declaring a war. We should send a message to the enemy. If Ravan receives our message and agrees to return Sita to us, there will be no need
r which will cause the death of thousands of soldiers," said an old and experienced statesman of the Vanardweep.
"But it is not all likely that Ravan who is arrogant will accept our message," said Bhamandal giving a reply to him.
"Even this is true but a noble hero 'must act according to the principles of morality. It is absolutely necessary that every effort should be made to avoid a war and to solve the problem peacefully. We should attempt to find a peaceful solution though we know that Ravan will not budge an inch."