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breath. His pride was offended; and he felt humbled. Even in fighting with a mace, Sahasrakiran was an expert; and he humbled Ravan in this fight also and knocked the smoke out of his head. Thus, taking up weapon after weapon, both fought ferociously, but Ravan could not defeat him; on the contrary, every endeavour of his failed. Ravan was greatly amazed at Sahasrakiran's heroism and abilities. He was stupefied. He thought that in this kind of fighting, he could not attain success even if he fought for a thousand lives. Therefore, he decided to use his miraculous powers and weapons and to bring the war to an end.
When Ravan began to use his supernatural weapons, Sahasrakiran became powerless. He felt absolutely helpless; and was defeated. Though Ravan had defeated him, he did not feel elated by his success. His dignified face, even after he h defeated Sahasrakiran was not radiant with the exultation of success; but was gloomy and depressed. Again and again, his heart echoed with these words", "This is not my victory. It is Sahasrakiran's. I am not victorious. Sahasrakiran is victorious".
Proceeding forwards a little, he embraced Sahasrakiran. His. voice resounded in the battle-field which was still and silent. "Oh you hero ! Actually, this is a victory to you. You have attained a victory. I am greatly fascinated by your extraordinary heroism and abilities. My pride fell to pieces when I tremendous might and abilities. You will be a friend of mine; not an enemy."
Ravan took Sahasrakiran with honour into his tent; and made him sit by him on his throne. In the presence of all the heroes and warriors, he whole-heartedly praised Sahasrakiran's heroism and abilities; and the pellucid waters of amity that sprang from his heart overwhelmed Sahasrakiran.
How lofty was Ravan's eye for virtues ? How adorable were his actions and propensities !
Absorbed in a heartfelt admiration of Sahasrakiran's heroism and abilities, Ravan forgot his offence. Not only that;
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