Jai Sriman Narayana !!
Namosthu Ramaya Sa
Lakshmanaya Dhevyai Cha Thasyai Janakathmajayai
Namosthu Rudra Indra
Yama Anilebhyo Namosthu Chandra Arka Maruth Ganebhya:
Anjaneya landed on the Mount Trikoota with immense strength and watched
over the stunning city of Lanka built by the celestial sculptor
Vishwakarma. He astoundingly visualized the enthralling beauty of Lanka
surrounded by its rich beautiful nature. The gardens of varieties of
flowers of various fragrances, various trees with attractive fruits,
marvelously constructed ponds and streams for entertainment, different species
of birds, majestic mansions were gave out a brilliant appearance of Abode of
Gods. The beautiful mansion built with gems and precious stones were
surrounded by massive golden wall. The demons of various sizes and
complexions, the servants of King Ravana were roaming around to protect the
same. The grandeur of the city once it was ruled by Lord Kubera, elder brother
of Ravana had the close resemblance to the Abode of Lord Shiva Mount
Kailash. Anjaneya closely observed the places and chivalrously remembered
that only Angada, Nila, Sugriva and he would be able to cross this mighty
ocean. Immediately, his mind engaged on his duty to perform, he
meticulously approached the northern gate as a beginning to his search for
Sita. The demons of vicious forms were wandering all over, suddenly put a
halt to his way and thought that it would not be safe to move along with the
original form, so decided to wait for the hours of darkness. He admired
the Kingdom of Lanka as unbeatable to deities or demons. Anjaneya’s mind
occupied with various thoughts about how to meet Sita without the knowledge of
the demons? Where to meet? How to accomplish the task of Rama successfully? How
to protect the mighty task of crossing ocean without any harm? How to operate
the task without getting hurt and spoil the entire hard work? etc..
At last, Anjaneya decided to take a tiny form and enter the palace in the night
hours. He patiently waited for the sunset; his mind was completely
wrapped up with the different kind of thoughts. After sun set, Anjaneya
reduced his form into a size of a cat and walked through the majestic pathways
meticulously observing the tremendous beauty of the Palace of Ravana.
Anjaneya was mesmerized at the beauty of the huge mansions made of gems,
crystals and precious stones, beautifully constructed pathways, gardens,
places of entertainment, ponds etc…made of gold and precious stones.
In the moon light Anjaneya had a clear vision of every nook and corner of
the surroundings of the palace.
The city of Lanka was well protected by the
mighty demons on elephants and horses like the City of Bhogavati protected by
venomous serpents. Anjaneya was fascinated at the beauty of the city of
Lanka made of Gold, Emerald, Pearls, Crystals, Ruby, Diamonds, Sapphires, Cat’s
eye etc... There were some auspicious sounds of recital of Vedic hymns and the
sounds of promising instruments like drum and clarinet. The demons were
richly attired embellished with golden ornaments all over their bodies. The
rich glittering ornaments produced glow everywhere. Suddenly Lankini, a
horrific demon, guardian of Lanka appeared before Anjaneya, she blocked his way
and questioned the purpose of his visit to the city. She threatened him
to tell the truth otherwise he would be punished to death. She was
protecting the Kingdom of Ravana in her invisible form and none could enter the
palace without her permission. Anjaneya was thoroughly annoyed by her
arrogance. He answered her that the purpose of visit to Lanka was to enjoy
the marvelous city and the beauty of its surroundings. Lankini
haughtily replied to him that he was not permissible to visit the places where
King and Rakshasas lives without override her. Anjaneya pleaded her that
he will not do any harm to this beautiful city, he will return back after a
quick visit. Lakini lost her patience and she furiously hit on the face
of Anjaneya. Anjaneya was controlling his anger thinking of her as a
woman should not be assaulted; he lost his control and gave a rock-hard punch
on her face. Instantly, Lankini fell on the ground with a thud. She
painfully addressed Anjaneya and revealed her identity as the protector of
Lanka; she had a boon from Lord Brahma that a mighty Vanara would defeat her
that would be the sign of the annihilation of Rakshas. She profusely
admired Anjaneya, she whispered that the destruction of Lanka was happened due
to the evil mindedness of Ravana by abducting Sita. She prompted Anjaneya
to resume his search for Sita all over Lanka according to his wish; the
auspicious city has already stuck by the curse.
Jai Sriman Narayana !!
