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

Page 73

Hanuman's Heroism
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"No! I entered Lanka and married Lankasundari. I met Vibhishan, the noble prince and then I met Sita in the Devaraman garden."
"Hanuman narrated to all those who had gathered there the story of his marrying Lankasundari. All were greatly happy to hear about it. All were greatly moved to hear about Vibhishan's endeavours to persuade Ravan to send back Sita. When Hanuman narrated all that had happened in Lanka. Lakshman began to swell with pride and joy. He could not contain himself. He stepped forward and embraced Hanuman. Shri Ram who was happy to hear all this said in a soft voice :
"Hanuman! You are, indeed. a great hero, devoted to duty. Your visit must have given great relief and joy to Sita. The lotus of hope must have bloomed in the lake of her heart.
Ravan also would have understood by now what kind of enemy he will have to face and against what kind of heroes he will have to fight.”
Soon, Sugriv took Hanuman into the city. He requested Hanuman to take a bath and to take food. When Hanuman was taking rest after having had his food, Sugriv returned to the garden.
"Dear Sugriv! Now preparations have to be made for a compaign against Lanka,” said Lakshman.
“As commanded by my lord !” Sugriv showed his readiness to carry out Lakshman's commands. That very evening, there was a meeting of all the Vidyadhar emperors, kings and warriors for a discussion. They discussed their plans to attack Lanka. Sugriv was given the command of the armies. Messages were sent to king Mahendra. Viradh, Bhamandal and others to join the campaign against Lanka.
The preparations for the war began in full swing. The atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm and elation.