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Six Years in Lanka
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Vibhishan's palace was as magnificent as Ravan's palace. It seemed to rival Ravan's palace in splendour. Shri Ram went into the temple accompanied by others and worshipped the lord. Then they all had their food. On that day, Shri Ram, Sita, Lakshman and all the Vanara kings and heroes were Vibhishan's guests, and he deemed himself fortunate in being their host.
After food all rested for a while and then spent sometime in genial and amusing conversation, and then Vibhishan took them all to his court.
He entreated Shri Ram to be seated on the Royal throne of Lanka which shone radiant with the splendour of a million gems and he himself sat at the feet of Shri Ram. When all were seated, Vibhishan stood up and said:
"O you world-conqueror! O you greatest of men!
The Rakshasdweep which constitutes half the land of Bharat, its prosperity and splendour, its measureless treasures of magnificent precious stones, its vast treasures of gold and silver, its millions of elephants and horses are yours. We place them at your feet. Kindly accept these and bless us. You are the supreme lord of all these things and I am but a humble servant at your feet. I am always ready to carry out your commands. Now we would like to celebrate your coronation as the Emperor of Lanka and thus be blessed by your grace. Kindly rule over Lanka and hallow the empire. O you compassionate one! Be so gracious as to grant this request of your humble servant.”
"O you great man! Have you forgotten that already I have crowned you king of Lanka ? I think, you have forgotten that on account of your extraordinary affection and devotion for me but Ram never forgets his promises.” Shri Ram said in a dignified and resounding voice. Silence reigned supreme in the court. All began to look at one another with wonder and joy and eagerness. Sometime passed thus. Just then, Shri Ram made a sign to Sugriy with his hand. Sugriv at once, made arrangemen the coronation of Vibhishan. He descended from the throne; placed Vibhishan on the throne and in the presence of all crown
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