Lakshman’s sudden death had put everyone in a state of deep shock. When Sri Ram heard the cries of the queens, he came running to Lakshman’s palace. Seeing Lakshman sitting still on his throne he exclaimed – “Brother Lakshman, what has happened to you? What illness do you have? Why are you not saying something? I will get you cured, don’t worry.” He looked at Lakshman’s wives and said ...
Lakshman’s love for Ram becomes the cause of his death
Ram and Lakshman had undying love and attachment for each other. Once Indra, the king of the demigods was talking about them to the demigods. He said – “Their love for each other is unparalleled. They cannot live without each other. This affection is an obstacle to Sri Ram’s renunciation.” “Oh, such wonderful affection and love?” – the demigods were amazed hearing this. A curiosity arose in two of...
The real story behind Sati Sita’s stigma
In a kingdom named Mrunalkand lived Shribhuti, the priest of the royal family. He and his wife Saraswati had a daughter by the name Vegvati. She grew up to be a beautiful young girl. But with that youth came ego about her beauty and status. She roamed around the town carrying her arrogance and attitude. Once she saw a monk in the meditative state in the town’s park. Many...