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 87

The Terrible War
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to the plan. Soon after Shri Ram gave this command, war-cries reverberated in the skies. The cries of victory issued by the millions of warriors reverberated in every nook and corner of Lanka. Within a short while Shri Ram's vast armies camped over a vast area near Lanka. It was as if a new city had been built for the war. Prince Chandrarashmi made excellent arrangements for the security of the camp on all sides. He made such
ht security arrangements that no Rakshasa warrior or spy could gain access to the camp. He informed King Sugriv of the arrangements he had made.
King Sugriv, Hanuman and Bhamandal at once proceeded in their chariots to Shri Ram's cottage.
"Dear Lord! Now, we have to make arrangements to enter the battle-field. The sun will rise in a few minutes. Kindly tell us who should be given command of our armies on the first day of the battle."
"As you like it!"
"My lord ! According to me it is desirable that the responsibility of organizing the war on the first day should be given to Nal and Neel. The incomparable heroism of the two brothers will certainly create a commotion among the Rakshasa armies and will demoralise them."
"All right! Today Nal and Neel shall command our armies. Please send for them.”
The two heroes were at once sent for. Shri Ram made them commanders of the army; blessed them and said;
"Oh you heroes! You are indeed the crest jewels of the armies. Today you rout the Rakshasa armies with your heroism and militaric prowess. You must display such heroism and abilities that they will be compelled to take to their heels."
"So be it, my Lord !"
The armies stood on the battle-field at the right time, ready to fight. Sugriv standing at the head of the armies announced in a loud voice.