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Dasharatha
Preface
In this sargham the person who is worthy of begtting God as his son is described.
The great radiating Vaiwasvatha Manu is protecting this earth ,similarly Dasaratha was ruling this Koshala Country.He had learnt Vedas and had known the inner meanings as well. He lured the Learned and the Courageous by encouraging and recognizing them. **(So much so it is said when once Sanishwar was to enter V in Rohini there would have been 12 years of continuous Famine and there was no escape from this. Dasratha(Who had the Chariot which could go in 10 Directions or Planes) went into war with Saneeshwara. Sani was laughing at his immaturity as even God like Brahma were afraid of him. Then sani came to know because Dasratha wanted battle him out as he wanted to save his countrymen from Famine of 12 years, sani was pleased with his noble thought and courage and agreed and Dasratha sang in praise of him. Not only that Sani promised Dasaratha that never again will he enter the V in Rohini and also promised not to affect those persons who are affected by Sanidasha in 4,8th and 7 ½ provided they repat the Dasratha Sthothram. This is not part of Vamiki Ramayana but to speak about the Greatness of King Dasaratha above is mentioned that he was able to entice an enemy Like Sanieshwara).
He had the Foresight to know what is likely to happen in future after long time.He had a great Aura of his own. He was very dear to all the countrymen. He was one of the greatest Kings of Ikshvaqu Dynasty.He had done yaga as per the Vedic practice. Social welfare activities of digging wells,Ponds raising up Gardens and takes special interest in constructing Temples. He had enticed his people with his conduct. He is equal to all Sages. He is known as Statesman in all 3 worlds. He has immense Physical power and had conquered many an adversary and was the Emperor known as Chakravarthy.He has friends galore amongst all Kings and got a Golden throne from Indra. He is comparable to Indra(Celstial lord) and Khubera(Lord of wealth) in accumulating Granary, Wealth, Metals , Materails, Gold, Silk dresses and rare Gems.
He has extraordinary faith in Sathyam or Truth. He observes the Purushartha like Kama- Artha-Dharma – Mokasha without any conflict amongst themselves by uncluttered mind and deft handling. The Ayodhya protected by him was similar to Amraavathi ruled by Indra the celestial God.
As citizens living in Ayodhya were comfortable , hence they were always Pious and Righteous in their outlook and approach to Life. They had learnt Sashtras from Gurus hence were a Learned lot; they were content with what they had and did not have interest on other’s belongings. The Ayodhya citizens always spoke the Truth. There were not many who did not have cattle or Money/ wealth. Those who were after Lust,and Cheating others due to greed, and troubling those who were righteous, doing charity, noble work, son, wife, parents, brothers such men were far and few. Only handful could be indentified as aethist, cruel, Unletterd illiterate.
Both men & women had control of their senses by nature had good character and habitual orderliness and were clean like sages in their thoughts.
Following class of people were not there in City of Ayodhya such as not dressing properly with requisite ornaments, not having regular oil bath and applying perfumes, flowers,not having adequate basic essential comforts, those who did not control their senses, not performing Sacrifices like Homam or Agnihothram , having lust ful eyes towards other Ladies, Poverty ridden persons .
The Preists had controlled their senses were satisfied with fees they got in Dhaanam. The folllwing types of people were absent in Ayodhya under King Dasaratha Aethist,Liar,Who did not know Law,Jealous, person who could not attain what was required to lead Life of essentials, who had not studied Vedas, who does not observe Fasts, who does not give charity, Poor, Who is sorrow or mournful, Sick, Cruel, unpatriotic,
All strata of society gave Charity as per their abilities & had gratitude as their hall mark. They worshipped the Devas(Celstials and Visitors alike).They were Great warriors and never gave up the Righteous conduct always abiding by Truth. They Lived Long and Full life and so were there Children as well. Kashtriyas obeyed the Prisets suggestions. All strata of society be it traders, warriors or service sector each respected the other and co existed amongst themselves.
Dasratha ruled Ayodhya like the Vaiwasvatha Manu.The soldiers ensured that. They were adept in Archery and Missile usage. They will not tolerate insult metted out to others. They were simple people and not cunning. They had unmeasurable pride in their valour, hence the enemies could not enter their country; just like one would not venture Lions infested cave/den. Apart from foot soldiers there were Cavalry Army with pure breed of countless no of Horses raised in Khambhoj, Bahleek, Vanaayasindhu which were comparable to Uchaisiravais of Indra.
He had Elephant brigade raised from Elephants of Himachal and of Following Race/breed such as Iraavath, Mahapadhma, Anjhan,. When they moved it was like Mountains moving, always full of Pride. They had many divisions known as Pathram, Manthram, Mrigam, Pathramanthram,Patrhamrigam,Mrigamantrha.
Due to such excess Army the enemies could not near Ayodhya for 2 yojahans. Hence got the name “Ayodhya meaning which can not be captured by war or Yudha”
Sturdy walls,Strong Fort Doors, Heavy Latches, Novel unique houses, comprising People of different origin, worthy of Living City of Ayodhya was ruled and protected by Dasaratha like Indragaurds Devalok or celestial world. (Slokas 22).
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