Sundarakandam !! 63. Madhuvana Banga Nivedhanam/ Dhadhimukha informs the destruction of Madhuvana to Sugriva !!

 

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

 

 

 

 

Jai Anjaneya !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thatho Moordhna Nipathitham Vanaram Vanararshabha: |

Dhrushtva  Yeva Udhvigna Hrudhaye Vakyam Yethath Uvacha Ha ||

Uthishta Uthishta  Kasmath Thvam Padhayo: Pathitho Mama |

Abhayam They Bhaveth Veera Sathyam Yeva  Abhidheeyatham ||

 Sa Thu Vishwasitha: Thena  Sugrivena Mahathmana |

Athyayacha Mahaprajjo Vakyam Dhadhimukho Abraveeth ||

Na Yeva Riksharajasa Rajan Na Thvya Na Api Valina |

Vanam Nisrushtapoorvam Hi Bakshitham Thath Thu  Vanarai: ||

Yebhi: Pradharshitha: Cha Yeva Varitha Vanarakshibhi: |

Madhooni Achinthayithva Iman Bhashyanthi Pibanthi Cha ||

 

Dhadhimukha placed his forehead on the feet of Sugriva, who was in a state of utter fright, began to speak “ Oh! Vira, rise up, rise up, why did you fall on my feet? I will protect you from any kind of trepidation, kindly narrate.”  Dhadhimukha was inspired by the speech of virtuous Sugriva, the highly intelligent Dhadhimukha replied “ Oh! Rajan, The Mudhvanam was not set free for anyone by your father Riksharajan, or you or Vali, that marvelous garden has been guzzled down by the Vanaras.  While the guards of the garden obstructed their acts were brutally beaten and threatened, finally they destroyed the garden Madhuvanam.  Some of the Vanaras were behaving callously, most enraged Vanaras thrashed the guards with their hands and knees, and some of the guards were badly beaten and tossed up in the air and all these had happened during your regime.”  Lakshmana who is wise and the destroyer of enemies, enquired Sugriva after witnessing the pathetic state of Dhadhimukha. “Oh! Rajan, why did the protector of Madhuvanam come here? What was happened to him? What did he describe in utter grief?” Sugriva replied “ Oh! Arya, Oh! Lakshmana, Dhadhimukha valiant and foremost among the Vanaras informing about the mighty Vanaras under the leadership of Angadha have returned from south, after locating Sita and they are consuming honey from the Madhuvanam.  After observing their enthusiasm and gusto in the chase of Madhuvanam, we can assume that the courageous Vanaras are returned after accomplishing our task, otherwise they will not indulge in this kind of deed.  There is no doubt that Hanuman must have located Sita.  None other than Hanuman has capability to accomplish our task, he is well competent to perform any task, he is prominent for his wisdom and intelligence, vigor and laborious acts.   The accomplishment of task is definite where there is Jambavan and Angadha as leaders and Hanuman as perpetrator.  It was reported that the Vanaras with their leader Angadha ruined the garden Madhuvana and while preventing from the action the guards were beaten, to inform the same prominent Dhadhimukha who is famous for his prowess has arrived.  Oh! Mahabhaho, Lakshmana, I presume that sita has been located, in order to celebrate the boundless joy, Vanaras immersed in the destruction of Madhuvana and consuming honey.  Oh! Purusharshabha,  If they have not located Sita, they would not ruin the Madhuvana which was received as a boon.”  The righteous Lakshmana expressed his joy with Rama who was extremely pleased to hear the nectar like words of Sugriva.  After listening to Dhadhimukha, guardian of Madhuvana, Sugriva who has long neck, replied “I am extremely happy that the Vanaras who have accomplished the task took great pleasure in the Madhuvanam and it is a pardonable act and they are deserved to be forgiven.  We are desired to meet Vanaras along with their chief Hanuman, who has the pride of lion and has accomplished the task, we would like to hear about his efforts in finding Sita.”  Sugriva, King of Vanaras was extremely delightful to know the task has been fruitful, and triumph is coming close to their hands, he witnessed the two princes Rama and Lakshmana in a state of ecstacy, eyes filled with tears of joy.

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

Sundarakandam !! 62. Vanapala Pradharshanam/ Dhadhimukha’s efforts to protect Madhuvanam !!

 

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

 

 

 

 

Jai Anjaneya !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanuvacha  Harishreshto Hanuman  Vanararshabha: |

Avyagra Manaso Yooyam Madhusevatha Vanara: ||

Ahamavarayishyami Yushmakam Paripanthina: |

Shruthva Hanumatho Vakyam Harinam Pravarongadha: ||

Prathyuvacha Prasannathma Pibanthu Harayo Madhu |

Avashyam Kritha Karyasya Vakyam Hanumatho Maya ||

Akaryam Api Karthavyam  Kimanga  Puna: Yidhrusham |

Angadhasya Mukhath Shruthva Vachanam Vanararshabha: ||

 

Hanuman/Vanararshabha, who is powerful as bull among the Vanara spoke “Oh! Vanaras, take pleasure in the honey with cool mind!  I will keep you all safe from the oppressor.”  Angadha supported the words of Hanuman “ Let all the Vanaras relish the honey ! Let us follow the words of Hanuman who had accomplished the task.”  All the Vanaras were extremely delightful after listening to Angadha.  All the Vanaras rushed to the garden which has abundance of honey, like river. It was the most delightful occasion for Vanaras that Hanuman located Sita, all those fortunate Vanaras after obtaining permission from Angadha, darted through the Madhuvanam, trounced the guards, they drank honey at their hearts content and took immense pleasure in the luscious fruits.  All those Vanaras attacked hundred of guards of marvelous garden who obstructed their way, Vanaras that has the complexion of honey were obtained great pleasure in the consumption of the same, soon they were highly intoxicated, splashed honey on each other’s and it was over flown in the garden.  Some of the Vanaras were hanging upside down; some of them were laid down on the cluster of leaves, some of the Vanaras were exhilarating others, some of them were pushing each other, some of the Vanaras were staggering, some of the Vanaras were roaring like lion, some of them were whistled like birds in extreme joy, some of them were dozed off to sleep, some of them were laughing and all the Vanaras were immersed in all kinds of monkey acts.  The guards of Madhuvanam, messengers of Dhadhimukha were badly beaten and hurled in the air by the Vanaras, eventually they reported the same to Dhadhimukha, he was so infuriated after listening about the mass destruction of the Madhuvanam, decided to prevent the Vanaras by using force.  The foremost among the Vanaras, led by Dhadhimukha arrived in the garden to retreat the Vanaras who were engaged in the ruin of the same, they picked up of huge rocks,  Sala tree, Palm tree as their weapon.  All those Vanaras already settled in the Madhuvanam along with Hanuman hurried to attack Dadhimukha and group of Vanaras, most infuriated Angadha hit long armed Dhadhimukha, who is maternal uncle to his father, possessed immense might with his palms, Angadha due to enormous proud and arrogance, mercilessly beaten Dhadhimukha and whipped him on the ground.  The most valiant Dhadhimukha was afflicted with broken arms and thighs, was drenched in blood and lost his conscious for a moment; he regained his consciousness and fuming with anger, fought back the Vanaras who are highly intoxicated due to excessive consumption of honey.  Shortly Dhadhimukha decided to leave Madhuvanam and spoke to his associates, “ Let this Vanaras ruin the Madhuvanam, I am going to meet Sugriva/Vipulagriva/who has long neck, Lord of Vanaras lives with Rama, to report the incident, especially the misconduct of Angadha.  King Sugriva will get infuriated and kill the Vanaras,  Madhuvanam is  a cherished garden of the virtuous King Sugriva, it was inherited from his grandfather, it is a marvelous garden even the celestials are not dared to enter in it.  These Vanaras will face ruthless punishment, due to their greediness for the honey; even they may sentence to death by Sugriva.   These Vanaras disregarded the royal command are liable to get punished.”  Dhadhimukha with his associates set out to meet Sugriva, in a few minutes they have arrived at the palace of Sugriva, he descended on the ground after witnessing Rama, Lakshmana and Sugriva.  Dhadhimukha, who has great prowess, supreme Lord of Guards, surrounded by his associates was in a miserable state, offered salutation to Sugriva, he went down to his knees and placed his head on the auspicious feet of Sugriva.

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !! 

 

 

Sundarakandam !! 61. Madhuvana Banga:/ Destruction of the magnificent garden Madhuvanam !!

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

 

 

 

 

Jai Anjaneya !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thatho Jambavatho  Vakyam Agrunnantha Vanoukasa: |

Angadha Pramukha Veera Hanuman Cha Mahakapi: ||

Preethimantha: Thatha; Sarva Vayu Puthra Pura: Sara: |

Mahendhragram Parithyajjya Pupluvu: Plavagarshabha: ||

Meru Mandhara  Sankasha Maththa Iva Mahagaja: |

Chadhyayantha Ivakasham Mahakaya Mahabala: ||

Sambajyamanam Bhoothai: Thama Athmavantham Mahabalam |

Hanumantham Mahavegam Vahantha Iva Dhrushtibhi: ||

 

 

Angadha, Hanuman and the elderly Vanaras sincerely accepted the advice of Jambavan.  The resplendent Vanaras who has the resemblance of Mount Meru and Mandhara, with their colossal bodies and power, like elephants in rut, delightfully took giant leap from Mount Mandhara, keeping foremost among Vanaras Hanuman at their forefront.   They were dutiful and had astounding swiftness; they were determined to work for the accomplishment of the task of Rama, they were enthusiastic about the upcoming battle and they were thoroughly aware of retaliation of Rama against the wicked Ravana.  The Vanaras took a giant leap on the sky, as if they were floating; at last they arrived in the garden full of lush creepers and woods, the sacred garden known as Madhuvanam which has abundance of honey, well protected by a powerful and virtuous Vanara Dhadhimukha, who is maternal uncle of Sugriva.  This glorious garden Madhuvanam was the most desired garden of Sugriva, all the Vanara that has the complexion of honey, became highly enthusiastic after witnessing the marvelous garden, eventually they asked permission from Angadha to taste the honey from the garden.  All those Vanaras were highly pleased and energetic after receiving consent from Angadhakumara, Jambavan and Hanuman.

 

Gayanthi Kechith Pranamanthi Kechith | Nruthyanthi Kechith Prahasanthi Kechith |

Pathanthi Kechith Vicharanthi Kechith | Plavanthi Kechith Pralapanthi Kechith ||

Parasparam Kechith Upashrayanthey | Parasparam  Kechith Athibruvanthey |

Parasparam Kechidhupabruvanthey | Parasparam Kechidhuparamanthey ||

Dhrumath Dhrumam Kechith Abhiplavanthey | Kshithou Nagagran Nipathanthi Kechith |

Mahithalath Kechith Udheernna Vega | Mahadhrumagrani Abhisampathanthey ||

Gayathamanya: Prahasannupaithi | Hasanthamanya: Prahasannupaithi |

Rudhanthamanya: Prarudhnnupaithi | Nudhanthamanya: Pranudhannupaithi ||

 

 

Some of the Vanaras were singing, some of them were offered salutation, some of them were dancing, some of them were laughing boisterously, some of the were rolling on the ground, some of them were darting in various directions, some of them were muttering, some of the Vanaras were leaning on the other, some of them were pouncing on the other, some of them were fighting with other, some of them were playing with another, some of them were hopping  from one tree to another, some of the Vanaras hurling down from the trees, some of them were darted on the huge trees and falling on the ground, while one of the Vanaras singing was approached by another with laugh, while one of the Vanaras laughing was approaching by another one weeping, while one of the Vanara was weeping was pushed by another one, one of the Vanara was pushing was approaching by another Vanara with roar.  The entire army of Vanaras was highly intoxicated, and none of them restrained from drinking honey and none of them were satiated.  Soon, the magnificent Madhuvanam was destroyed, trees were remained shredded off its flowers and leaves, Dhadhimukha was fuming with anger, approached the Vanaras and threatened the Vanaras who were highly vigorous.  The elderly Dhadhimukha, foremost among the Vanaras and care taker of Madhuvanam, tried to protect the garden from further destruction, he was threatened the Vanaras and whipped them with his palm, fought with them and tried to calm them in an appeasing manner.  Ultimately, the elderly Dhadhimukha was dragged and thrashed by the fearless Vanaras who were highly intoxicated, not aware of their acts or its consequences.  Dhadhimukha was severely wounded with the nails and teeth of the Vanaras, shortly he left the scene with bruises all over the body.  The Vanaras continued to tear down the wonderful garden Madhuvanam which has abundance of honey and flowers.

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

Sundarakandam !! 60. Angadha Vakyam/ concern of Angadha !!

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

 

 

 

 

Jai Anjaneya !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thasya Thath Vachanam Shruthva Vali Soonu: Abhashatha |

Ayuktham Thu Vina Devim Dhrushtavadhishcha Vanara: ||

Sameepam Ganthumasmabhi  Raghavasya Mahathmana: |
Dhrushtva Devi Na Chaneetha Ithi Thathra Nivedhanam ||

Ayuktham Iva Pashyami  Bhavadhbhi: Khyatha Vikramai: |

Na Hi Va: Plavathey Kaschananapi Kaschith Parakrame ||

Thulya: Samara Dhaithyeshu Lokeshu Harisaththama: |

Theyshva Yevam Hatha Veereshu Rakshaseshu Hanumatha ||

Kimanyath Athra Karthavyam Grihithva Yama Janakim |

Thama Yeva Kritha Sankalpam Jambavan Harisaththama: ||

 

Angadha after listening to Hanuman, began to speak “It is improper to meet the virtuous Rama, without taking Sita with us, although we have been located her.  I assume it is inappropriate to inform him that we have not brought her with us.  Oh! Harisaththama, none of us has the prowess equivalent to you who can cross the mighty ocean and none in the world of celestials or demons are capable to perform it.  You have killed multitudes of demons, what is that remains to be done? We will take Janaki with us.”  Jambavan was very pleased to hear Angada’s concern about Rama and began to speak “Oh! Rajaputhra, we are incompetent to perform the task you have mentioned.  We should sincerely follow the instruction of Rama for the accomplishment of his task.”

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

Sundarakandam !! 59. Ananthara Krithyalochanam / Hanuman explains about the unfinished tasks !!

 

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

 

 

 

 

Jai Anjaneya !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yethathakhyanam Thatha Sarvam Hanuman Maruthathmaja: |

Bhooya: Samupachakrama Vachanam  Vakthumuththaram ||

Saphalo Raghavodhyoga: Sugrivasya Cha Sambrama: |

Sheelamasadhya Seethaya Mama Cha Pravanam Mana: ||

Thapasa Nirdhdhahelokan Shruddho Va Nirdhahedhapi |

Sarvadhathipravriddhosou Ravano Rakshasadhipa: ||

Thasyatham Sprushatho Gathram Thapasa Na Vinashitham |

Na Thadhagnishikha Kuryathsamsprushta Panina Sathi ||

Janakasya Sutha Kuryadhyathkrodha Kalushikritha |

Jambavath Pramukhan Sarvananujyapaya Mahaharin ||

 

Hanuman, son of Lord Vayu continued “Rama’s endeavor and Sugriva’s enthusiasm is going to be fruitful with the austerities and virtuousness of Devi Sita.  I am ardently devoted to her.  Ravana, King of demons, is authoritative can burn the three worlds with his power of penance; if he become furious he can burn his opponent.  He remained unharmed by the power of his penance after having contact with Devi Sita, if she was infuriated it would have badly hurt him as well.  I have been narrating the incidents taken place in the city of Lanka; it is advisable to meet the two princes after receiving permission from elderly Vanaras headed by Jambavan.  I am capable to destroy the multitudes of demons along with the mighty Ravana and the city of Lanka single handedly.  It is necessary to understand who are powerful, whose spirit is disciplined, who is well versed with the usage of armaments, valiant, ambitious and the number of warriors of Vanaras required for the execution of the task.   In the battle I will kill Ravana, along with his army at the forefront, his sons and brothers.  I can overpower the weapons of Lord Indra, Lord of celestials, Lord Brahma, Lord Rudra, Lord Vayu, Lord Varuna and most vicious weapons utilized by Indrajith.  My prowess will put Ravana in a distressed state; I am proficient in hurling rocks upon the opponent that can kill even the celestials, not to mention about the demons.  Ocean may overflow, Mount Mandhara may quiver, but it is impossible to retreat Jambavan.  The Kapivira/Angadha, son of Vali is capable to destroy the entire troop of army of Ravana and his progenitors.  The virtuous Neela and Nala are capable to shatter Mount Mandhara with their powerful thighs not to mention about the demons.    The illustrious Dvividha and Maindha, son of the Ashwini Kumaras, foremost among the Vanaras, are extremely talented in the war field,  name any of the celestials, Gandharvas, Uragas, Nagas,  Pakshi, and Yakshas to battle against Dvividha and Maindha who has the power of immortality received as a boon from Lord Brahma.  Long ago, Ashwini Kumaras received unparalleled boon for their sacredness from Lord Brahma.  Dvividha and Maindha were proud of their boon and attacked the army of celestials, consumed the elixir of nectar, these two mighty Vanaras are capable to destroy the whole city of Lanka with its horses, elephants and chariots. 

 

Jayathyathi Balo Ramo Lakshmanascha Mahabala: |

Raja Jayathi Sugrivo Raghavenabhipalitha: ||

Aham Kosala Rajasya Dasa: Pavanasambhava: |

Hanumanithi Sarvathra Nama Vishravitham Maya ||

 

I have destroyed the glorious city of Lanka proclaiming victory to Rama and mighty Lakshmana, victory to King Sugriva who is protected by Rama,  I am Hanuman, son of Lord Vayu, the servant of Rama.  I have located Devi Sita in the garden of Ashokavanam, settled under the Shimshupa tree, she was completely dejected, surrounded by dreadful demons, she was tormented with extreme grief and agony, she has lost her brilliance like think line of moon, she was disdained to the arrogance and pride of wicked Ravana.  Sita, who is devoted and virtuous wife of Rama, with beautiful limbs constantly think of Rama and his welfare like Sacchi to Lord Indra, destroyer of enemies.  I was found Devi Sita in murky saffron clothes; she was in a miserable state, emaciated with extreme grief.  I have witnessed her in the pleasure garden of Ravana, surrounded by dreadful demons, she was in a wretched state, wearing single plait of hair, immersed at the thought of her beloved husband Rama.  She was looked like a tainted lotus flower in the winter; she was not yielding to the desires of Ravana and decided to sacrifice her life.  I have brought cheerfulness in her with great difficulties; I have explained everything to her and mentioned about the association of Rama with Sugriva.  The virtuous Devi Sita will not kill Ravana who has committed severe sin, she is well constraint with her discipline and devotion to her husband Rama who will be an instrument to kill Ravana, beautiful Devi Sita is emaciated due to the grief of separation from her husband, she had grown too thin like a scholar scrupulously engaged in the studies of scriptures.  I have explained the pathetic state of Sita who is immersed in extreme grief; let us proceed with the deeds which reduce her grief.”

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

Sundarakandam !! 58. Lanka Vruththantha Kadhanam / Hanuman narrates the happenings in the City of Lanka !!

 

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!

 

 

 

 

Jai Anjaneya !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thatha: Thasyagirey: Shrungey Mahaindhrasya Mahabala: |

Hanumath Pramukha: Preethim Harayo Jagmu: Uththamam ||

 Thama Thatha; Prathisamhrushta: Preethimantham Mahakapi: |

Jambavan Karya Vruththantham Aprucchatha Anilathmaja: ||

Katham Dhrushtva Thvaya Devi Katham Va Thathravarththathey |

Thasyam Va Sa Katham Vruththa: Kroora Karma Dhashanana : ||

Thathvatha: Sarva  Yeththanna: Prabhruhithvam Mahakape |

Shruthartha: Chinthayishyamo Bhooya: Karya Vinishchayam ||

Ya: Cha Artha: Thathra  Vakthavyo Gathou: Asmabhi: Athmavan |

Rakshithavyam Cha Yath Thathra Thath Bhavan Vyakarothu Na: ||

Namasyan Shirasa Devyai Seethayai Prathyabhashatha ||

 

Hanuman and the army of Vanaras delightfully settled on the peak of Mount Mahendragiri, Jambavan who was in a state of extreme bliss enquired Hanuman to narrate the actual incident “ How did you meet Sita? How is she? How did the wicked Ravana act to her?  Oh! Mahakape, kindly narrate us about the incident, so that we can take appropriate action.  We should be aware of what are the matters should be informed to Rama and what not.”  Hanuman who was in a state of ecstacy, heartily offered salutation to Sita Devi and began to speak at the command of Jambavan “ In order to reach the southern shore I have taken a giant leap across the vast ocean from the Mount Mahendragiri, during the journey I had to face terrible impediments, I had  an encounter with  marvelous Mount Mainaka, I thought the golden mountain has appeared before me to create obstacle and decided to smash to smithereens.  The prominent Mount Mainaka which has the resemblance of Lord Aditya, realized my purpose and began to speak “ Oh! Puthra, I am Mainaka dwells in the ocean, companion of Lord Vayu and brother like to your father.  Oh! Puthra, initially all the mountains had wings, therefore they could move freely on the Earth, that caused to hurt people.  The venerable Lord Indra, Lord of celestials, destroyer of demon Paka, was irritated at the behavior and cut off the wings of the mountains with his Vajrayudha.  Oh! Vatsa, I have been hurled to this Great Ocean with the assistance of virtuous Lord Vayu, in this way your father saved me from the threat of Lord Indra. Oh! Arindhama, destroyer of enemies, I have to help righteous Rama who has the prowess equivalent to Lord Indra.” I have prepared to leave after listening to the pleasing words of virtuous Mainka who took beautiful form of human and vanished from my sight.  I proceeded my journey with a great speed, I have met Surasa, mother of serpents in the midst of the ocean, she spoke “ Oh! Harisaththama, celestial have proposed you as my meal, therefore I will follow their decision.” I offered humble salutation with folded hands and stood before her in utter disappointment.

 

Ramo Dhasharathi: Shriman Pravishto Dandakavanam |

Lakshmanena Sahabratha Seethaya Cha Paramthapa: ||

Thasya Seetha Hritha Bharya Ravanena Dhurathmana |

Thasya: Sakasham Dhoothoham Gamishye Ramashasanath ||

Karthumarhasi Ramasya Sahayam Vishaya Vasini |

Athava Maithilim Dhrushtva Ramam Cha Aklishta Karinam ||

Agamishyami They Vakthram Sathyam Prathishrunothi Mey |

 

I replied “ The resplendent Rama, son of King Dhasharatha, destroyer of enemies, together with his brother Lakshman and his wife Sita arrived in the woods of Dandakavanm.  The wicked Ravana captured Sita, wife of Rama.  I am the envoy of Rama leaving to meet Sita at his order.  You are dwelling in the country of Rama, you have to help him.   Otherwise I will promise you to be back after finishing the task of Rama and locating Sita.” Surasa who is capable to assume any form at her will,  began to speak “ No one can disobey me with false explanation,” further she assumed the size of ten Yojanas and opened her mouth wide, instantly I reduced my size into thumb size and entered into her mouth, eventually darted out with great speed.  The divine Surasa began to speak  “ Oh! Saumya, Oh! Harishreshta, leave happily to accomplish your task, bring back Sita to virtuous Rama,  Oh! Mahabhago, Be cheerful I am pleased at you.”  All the living beings appreciated me and I leapt on the sky like Garuda, celestial vehicle of Lord Vishnu.  Shortly I felt somebody pulling my shadow and eventually it obstructed my movement, I have thoroughly observed all the directions but I could not find the reason, I was shocked without knowing the reason for the interruption of my journey.  Immediately, my eyes caught the sight of a horrid demon on the sea, she let out a boisterous laugh followed by inauspicious words “ Oh! Mahakaya, where are you going? You are my meal for the day; I am so hungry satiate my hunger I was starving for long.” I amicably agreed to her demand and assumed a gigantic form, larger than the capacity of her mouth which grew bigger in to size, instantly I have reduced my size into small and entered into her mouth, once again I have assumed a gigantic form and ripped off her heart and flew into the sky, eventually Simhika, looking like a mountain fell on the water with a thunderous noise.  The Gandharvas, Siddhas and Charans rejoiced over the death of Simhika.  Soon I have approached the southern shore flourished with woods where the City of Lanka situated.  It was the time of twilight, I have entered the city of Lanka, dwelling place of demons unnoticed by the dreadful demons.  While I was moving through the city, there appeared a woman in the form of colossal cloud in front of me and she let out an unruly laugh.  She was having a blazing fire like disheveled hair, she was desirous of killing me.  I have given her hard flow with my clenched fist, and entered inside the city.  She was alarmed and spoke “ Oh! Vira, I represent the city of Lanka, you have defeated me with your matchless prowess, and you are capable to obliterate the entire clan of demon.”  On that night I have searched Sita in the entire palace of Ravana, but I could not trace her, I was besieged with sorrow, suddenly I have noticed a marvelous house in the garden decked in golden color, rich with trees of various fruits and flowers.  I have seen the Shimshupa tree in the midst of Ashokavatika, I could witnessed Sita of youthful complexion, eyes like lotus petals, fragile due to continuous fast, attired in murky saffron robe, she was tormented with extreme grief of separation from her husband, she was surrounded by dreadful demons living on flesh and blood.  Sita was extremely distressed, has the eyes of deer, alarmed by the horrid demons, she had single plait of hair as a mark of grief of separation from her husband, seated on the ground, she was in a wretched state, refused to yield the desires of Ravana and decided to end her life.  I have stayed in the Shishumpa tree closely watching the pitiable state of that illustrious woman.  In the meantime, I could hear the sounds of grand merriment, mixed with the sounds of anklets and girdles; I was frightened and reduced my size of the body and hidden under the cluster of leaves of Shishumpa trees.  Ravana, chief of demons, arrived at Ashokavatika, accompanied by gorgeous wives, immediately Sita covered her attractive body parts with her hands, Dhashagrivah entered the place where Sita was settled, she was alarmed, grieving over the separation of her husband, looking hither and thither with extreme fear and she was in a wretched state.  She began to speak “consider me with respect.”  Ravana irritatingly spoke “Oh! Garvithey/arrogant lady, Oh! Sita, If you refuse to accept me I will drink your blood in two months time.”  Listening to the arrogant speech of Ravana,  Sita irritatingly replied “ Oh! Rakshasadhama, how didn’t your tongue fall down by speaking impolite word to the consort of Rama who has matchless glory and daughter – in – law of King Dhasharatha, Lord of Ikshvaku dynasty? Oh! Anarya,/disruptive, Oh! Papa, Where was your prowess when you have abducted me in the absence of my Lord? You have no similarities to Rama, you are unqualified to do any service to Rama who perform sacrifices, speaks only truth and commendable in the war field.  Ravana was extremely annoyed by the words of Sita, rolled his eyes in frenzy and clenched his fist against Sita.  Suddenly, Mandodhari, wife of wicked Ravana sprang up from the middle of female demons as an indication, she began to speak in a mellifluous voice “ Oh! Prabho,You have the prowess equivalent to Lord Indra, Lord of celestials, What is the need for Sita to you?  Oh! Lord, Enjoy the pleasing association of the daughters of celestials, Yaksha and Gandharva, what would you do with Sita? Shortly Mandodhari pacified Ravana and took him to palace chambers.  The dreadful demons surrounded Sita and began to torture Sita with their hurtful comments, like the blade of grass.  Soon the flesh eating female demons realized that all their efforts to rouse Sita has gone waste, they became helpless and duly informed Ravana about the unyielding act of Sita, horrid demons understood their inability to  convince Sita and slowly drifted to sleep.  Sita who always desired for the welfare of her husband, became inconsolable, besieged with extreme grief.  Thrijada, one of the female demons rose from the sleep and spoke “ Oh! wicked Demons,  Feed yourselves instead of Sita, daughter of Janaka and daughter – in – law of King Dhasharatha, she is unapproachable.  I have seen a horrible dream that made my hair stands erect, the triumph of her husband Rama is undeniable and annihilation of demons is irrefutable.  It is my opinion that we all should pray to Sita to protect us.  I have witnessed the dream while Sita was in extreme distress, therefore she will be relieved from sorrows very soon and she will obtain happiness.   Maithili, daughter of King Janaka will be pleased to receive our salutation.”  Sita was happy after listening to the auspicious words of Thrijada, spoke “ If it is true, I will protect you all.”   I was watching the wretched state of Sita and made up my mind to converse with her, shortly I have started to narrate the glories of Ikshvaku dynasty.  Sita who is venerable by Sages was extremely pleased to listen my words, she began to speak with tears overflowing “ Oh!
Vanarapungava, who are you? Where did you come from? How did you come? What kind of association do you possess with Rama? Kindly narrate.” I replied “Oh! Devi, There is a valorous King of Vanaras named Sugriva, he is the closest associate of your husband Rama.  I am Hanuman, sincere servant of King Sugriva and Rama who is unconquerable was assigned me to enquire your welfare.  Oh! Yashasvini, / illustrious lady, Rama, prominent among the glorious men offered me this ring as a token of remembrance for you.  Oh! Devi, I wish to listen to your command, what would you suggest? Shall I take you to the place of Rama and Lakshmana? What would you say?.  Sita, daughter of Janka replied “ Let Rama defeat Ravana and take me back to his kingdom.”  I offered my sincere salutation to the virtuous Sita and requested for a token of remembrance for Rama that would bring happiness.  Sita spoke in a mellifluous voice “Let this prominent jewel/Mahamanirathnam,  be taken to Rama who has possessed long arm, it will bring high regards for you.”  Further Sita who has beautiful limbs, took the divine ornament/Choodamani from the bundle of her attire, once again she became inconsolable.  I have offered humble salutation and circumambulated her, and prepared to leave.  Sita continued “ Oh! Hanuman, you ought to describe Rama about the tortures and agonies I am going through.  Be wise enough to bring Rama, Lakshmana and Sugriva immediately after listening to my pathetic tale.  It will be impossible for Rama to meet me after two months; I will not survive after the stipulated period of time.” I was so miserable after listening to Sita, decided to proceed with further actions.   I have assumed the size of a mountain and began to destroy the marvelous garden of Ravana, with an intention to battle against them.  It created mayhem among the demons and living creatures in the stunning garden, eventually it was reported to Ravana.  The female demons reported to Ravana “ Oh! Rajan, we all know your prowess, an evil Vanara destroying your magnificent garden.  Oh! Rajendra, give orders to kill the wicked Vanara who caused offence to you.”  The most infuriated Ravana ordered his Kinkaras to battle against me. I have killed the eight thousands Kinkaras who were approached with fierce weapons, some of them were flee for life and duly informed Ravana about the massive destruction of warriors.  I have destroyed the famous Chaithyaprasadam and numerous demons in the battle.  Ravana ordered Jambumali, son of Prahastha with an army of warriors to fight against me.  I have killed Jambumali who was efficient in the war tactics and all his warriors with an iron rod.  Ravana assigned seven sons of Ministers who has possessed immense might to battle against me, were killed by me.  Soon Ravana send the five chief of army personnel, was also killed along with their army.  The ten headed Ravana,/Dashagrivah send his son mighty  Akshakumara with multitudes of demons to battle against me, I was amazed to witness the glorious son of Mandodhari, who was extremely powerful and prominent in war tactics,  I whirled him hundred times in the sky and crushed him to death.  Ravana was in a state of frenzy after listening to the pathetic death of Akshakumara, ordered Indrajith, son of Ravana, who is powerful and arrogant to battle against me.  I have experienced a great joy battling with Indrajith and mighty warriors soon he realized me as uncontrollable and the loss of war personnel, Indhrajith aimed Brahmasthra against me.  The demons assembled were fastened me with ropes and dragged to the assembly of Ravana.  I was questioned by the ministers about the purpose of my visit and the reason for creating turmoil amongst the life of demons.  I replied “Oh! Vibho, I am Hanuman, son of Lord Vayu, I have come to your abode to meet Sita, I am a Vanara, an envoy of Rama and King Sugriva, I am the messenger of Rama.  Sugriva who has great splendor, enquired welfare of you, he sent appropriate and most beneficial words of utmost righteousness, wealth and pleasure to you “while I have been in the marvelous Mount Rishyamukha, Rama with great prowess arrived and we became close associates.  Rama expressed his desire to help him in releasing his wife Sita who was abducted by a demon.  I requested him to kill Vali and came into a mutual agreement with Rama in helping each other.  The Mahaprabhu Rama and Lakshmana became the associates of mine, while Lord Agni was the witness.  Rama killed mighty Vali with a single shot of an arrow and crowned me as the King of Kishkindha, Lord of Vanaras.  I have extend my sincere help to Rama, therefore I am sending Hanuman as a messenger to you, before the foremost among the Vanara destroy the army of demons, return Sita to Rama, as quickly as possible.  You are not aware of the prowess of Vanaras who was designated by Rama.” I have narrated all those appropriate and meaningful message of King Sugriva to Ravana who was in extreme fury, as if he was going to burn me into ashes. The wicked Ravana was not aware of my prowess, ordered to kill me.  At this point of time, Vibhishana, intelligent and virtuous brother of Ravana entered in the assembly and spoke “Oh! Rakshasashardhoola, you are speaking against the law of Rajashasthra, a messenger is prohibited to kill, and therefore no such deed should be implemented.  The details about the opponent can be received from an envoy.  Oh! Athulavikrama,/Ravana, killing an envoy is against Rajashasthra, but the act of disfiguring an envoy is permitted.”  Ravana passed his final verdict to burn my tail after listening to the appropriate words of virtuous Vibhishana.  The demons wrapped the entire portion of my tail with bundle of cotton cloth dipped in oil, eventually set fire on it and dragged through the city of Lanka.  I was dragged through the royal pathways and principal streets followed by multitudes of demons.  Suddenly I have assumed a gigantic form and released myself from the clutches, I have adopted my usual form and killed those demons with iron bar.  I have taken giant leap on the main gate and set fire on the entire area, flames has the resemblance of deluge spread all over the city, in a short while the whole city of Lanka and its living creatures was burnt into ashes, so I suspected that Devi Sita must have reduced into ashes, it made me besieged with extreme sorrow.   Instantly I could listen to the auspicious words of Charans and Gandharvas narrating in utter astonishment about the safe existence of Devi Sita.  After listening to the above inspiring words, I have realized some good omen; although my tail was blazing I could not experience the scorching heat, my heart filled with extreme joy.  I have visited Devi Sita once again to ensure her safety and arrived at Mount Arishta from there I took a giant leap with an intense desire to meet you all.  I have witnessed Lord Vayu, Lord Surya, Siddhas, Gandharvas and all of you.  I have accomplished the task of Sugriva, with the grace of Rama and with all your brilliance.  I have performed the task properly; if anything remains unfinished will be completed.

 

Jai Sriman Narayana !!