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our lives Lanka, Vibhishan and you, the beloved citizens of Lanka. We will always remember your devotion, benevolence, amity and hospitality.”
Sixteen days passed easily. The architects, the sculptors and the others who had gone to Lanka returned. The day for Shri Ram's departure neared. Vibhishan ordered his men to get ready the Pushpak Viman for Shri Ram and his companions. Unknown to Shri Ram. he placed in the Pushpak, large treasures of precious stones, pearls, and gold. On the appointed day, Shri Ram set off to Ayodhya in the Pushpak Viman accompanied by Lakshman, Sita and others.
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