Counselling with Ministers
Then King Dasaratha welcomed all those who were in the Senate and requested them to carefully listen; he spoke his words which were befitting the occasion in an audible and clear manner which aroused Happiness in all those present there. His Hoarse Voice was akin to Bayry Instrument deep profound resounding and echoing across the audience in all corners. The speech came out like the roaring clouds and had the features of a King, also pleasing and sweet to the Ears and addressed them as follows “ Hey Kings and My Countrymen! My forefathers of fame like Ragu and other Kings have protected our Mother Land Koshala like their Son with great care and affection which is well known to all of you. Iam born in that Dynasty and would like to perform the following task which will confer Sukham(Comfort, Luxury, Joy, Fun,Cheer, Love, Affection and fulfill their Desires) to our Land. To the extent of my intellect and Energy so far I had been ruling our country to the best of my ability as per the treditions set by my predecessors and I have been protecting our Countrymen. You have also been cooperative and have been expressing your happiness.
Sill I have been ruling the country under a White umbrella for Long and I am now aged . Like YAYATHI Saints I do not have an interest in Materialistic Comfort. Having lived for 60,000 years my body has now become tired and I want rest for my Body. Have for Long been administering with Valour, also having won over the 10 Senses
and ruled, seeking various support and ensuring Dharma (Righteous conduct, Duty, Pious, humble,Charity ,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation) prevailed, bodily I am now Tired. Here if I have the consent of the Elder Brahmins I would like to make my Son King and live comfortably hereafter. My eldest Son Rama is worthy of being (Yuva Raja)Prince in waiting has already won over many an Enemy. He has captured their Cities(not necessarily Physically always but emotionally as well)He is equal to Celestial God Indra in PARAKRAM (Achievement, Might , Puissance ,Exploits , Valor, Heroism , Gallantry ,Prowess ,Ability ,Valour) matches me in every respect. He is the ideal King for those whose thoughts of Dharma (Righteous conduct, Duty, Pious, humble,Charity ,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation),Best amongst Men of Character. He is shining with dazzling radiance of Aura like the Moon in Pushya Star. I have a desire to Coronate him on the day when Pushya star is in ascendency. Rama who is elder to Lakshamana is the ideal King to rule this Earth. If one gets him as the King the 3 Worlds will get protected. Making Rama the King and handing over this burden to him, thus make Earth achieve Kshema(well being ,Prosperity,innate happiness reflected in Human Living), and thus I also desire to be worriless. If you all feel that I have thought wisely and this move will bestow all the Benefits, then you may grant me your consent. If in case you feel this is not correct please also tell me what other things we should do? Even If I feel strongly that this is the best Move then if you people also are in agreement with me, then my Decsion will get validated strongly.
Hearing these words the kings were ecstatic like the Peacock which rejoice on seeing the Rain bearing clouds and applauded King Dasaratha. The reverberations of applause in the senate was so strong as though it would shake up the Dome of the Senate Hall.
Consultations were held with Brahmins like Sage Vasishta,neighbouring Kings who had come, and Prominent Citizens of Ayodhya. Each of them after carefully weighing King Dasaratha’s Decision of stepping down in favour of his son Sri Rama in view of the Timing and Strategic territorial consideration all of them agreed and voiced forth thus to King Dasaratha in following words “ King, you have ruled Ayodhya for thousands of years with aplomb and protected same and now you have grown Old, hence please coronate your son Sri Rama as the Crown Prince. Even at this ripe old age you are careful in protecting the kingdom. Even then on the giant Elephant throne we want to see the rare Sight of Sri Rama with Charisma ,Strong Valorous Hands for a Long long time to come. Even though that is our desire, it is you who has to fulfill same” they hoarsed in Unison.
Even though Dasaratha knew their intentions, still he tactfully spoke to them the following as though he is naïve “When iam ruling as an Emperor I am not able to understand your desire to see Sri Rama to be coronated. Please tell the Truth”.
Then the Assembled Kings and the Citizens present there in ,spoke “Your son Sri Rama has many Noble qualities which is not seen in others. We will tell the Great qualities of Sri Rama who is like the Devas( Celestials) he is sharp in intellect,he showers Care and affection and permeate Happiness unto those who seek his guidance, who are planning and wishing the King would take the appropriate actions and those who opine. Please Listen to us.
Sri Rama is a Matchless Warrior of repute PARAKRAM (Achievement, Might, Puissance,Exploits,Valor, Heroism, Gallantry,Prowess,Ability,Valour) , he is like Indra(Celestial God)in terms of Noblest Virtues ,he is the greatest amongst Ikshwaqu Dynasty Kings, Ideal Person,He is seeped in Truth(Sathyam) & Dharma (Righteous conduct, Duty, Pious, humble,Charity ,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation),He showers Wealth on others without their anticipation acquired due to his adhearance to being Righteous in Dharma. He who showers Sukham(Comfort, Luxury, Joy, Fun,Cheer, Love, Affection and fulfilled her Desires) on his subjects like the Full Moon showers it’s benovalent illuminance. He is akin to Mother Earth in Patience, Juptier in intellect, and in PARAKRAM (Achievement,Might,Puissance,Exploits,Valor,Heroism,Gallantry, Prowess, Ability,Valour)he is like Indra(Celestial God). He is adept both in Normal and Special Dharmas. His Vows never goes waste. Even though he is an Elevated Soul by nature he can converse and is at ease while mingling freely consistetntly with lesser capable people with his endearing transparent behavior. He has swept aside Jealousy towards anyone , he has the magnanimity to overlook the shortcomings of those who come unto him,Those who have not committed Faults/Mistakes even if they get angry or feel sorrow Sri Rama counsels them to peace. He speaks enderaringly. Even if someone helped in a miniscule manner, Sri Rama considers same as huge favour. He has no interest in Bad Matters/Things. He does not feel happy parting from those near and dear who have sought his company. Even if it is an impossible task he accomplishes the same without fail if it has been committed earlier. He is bound by those who genuinely love him. He ignores if someone is jealous of him. He does not tell lie and speaks endearingly. He always respects those who are Wise, Disciplined and Elderly Brahmins,Due to this his PARAKRAM (Achievement, Might, Puissance,Exploits,Valor, Heroism, Gallantry,Prowess,Ability,Valour),our ability to win over Enemies grows manifold.
Sri Rama knows all the Armoury, Missiles Technology of (Humans, Celestials, Demons as well). He has learnt the Sashtras and Vedanthas from guru(Teachers) and had observed Discipline and thus conquered same. He is an adept Expert in Saamagana Music. His Lineage is Pure. He is Handsome and Pure. Since he is never perturbed what ever be the Trying circumstance, hence he is an intelligent man. He has been brought up by those who are born in Good Fmailies, Well Learned persons, and Humble persons, and those who are exponents of Dharma (Righteous conduct, Duty, Pious, humble,Charity ,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation). He used to take Lakshamana to win over enemies when ever he had to rescue Villages or Cities in siege. On return after the Victory he used to come mounted on Elephants /Chariots and used to enquire the welfare of families to the Citizen ’ Are Governance, Prayers going on properly? Are the workers and Students working without Laziness ?’and thus he enquires the welfare of his subjects like a Father does to his Son. If a Trader or Poor person suffers Sri Rama feels for him that “ in my kingdom these persons are suffering and I am responsible for the same and it is my Lapse” and Sri Rama never forgets to make amends. He finds happiness in other’s Happinss during their festive occasions like a Father is happy when his child is Happy.
Even at the most distressing time Sri Rama does not tell Lie. Rama is Expert in Archery he respects Elders. He has controlled his senses.
He always speaks with a Smile. He never forsakes Dharma (Righteous conduct, Duty, Pious, humble,Charity ,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation) whatever be the circumstances. He does good things for his subjects. He does not show interest in those Lose Talk which Pious persons detest. He is akin to Jupiter the Celstial Scholar in Tactful Diplomatic discussions. He has Beautiful Eye brows ,and Long Eyes an looks Like the Incarnation of Maha Vishnu.Attaining Death during War is called Sauriya, but without being perturbed and fearlessly making others run for life is called Veeryam. Immaterial how strong the Enemy is Rama is relentlessly motivated to break in to their strategic Formations and break their back even if they are Devas (Celestials) or Demons make them run in disarray and that is Rama’s PARAKRAM (Achievement, Might, Puissance,Exploits,Valor, Heroism, Gallantry,Prowess,Ability,Valour)Due to these 3 Characteristics Sri Rama Shines in this world. He knows the various routes he can protect his subjects/Countrymen. He does not vacillate/ get swayed by Materialistic /Worldly matters. He is adept in governing the 3 Worlds Earth- Celestial- Beneath Earth. So it is not great to be crowned to rule this earth.
His Happiness and Anger which is rare know No Boundaries. He will punish those who are punishable. He will not get unnescssarily angry with those whom should not be touched. He will strive to complete the thought/dream of those who are dear to him. He shines like the Sun rays with following qulaities of Immense Patience, and is blessed with charming manners adored and yearned by all Countrymen,which in turn makes him endearing and enchanting to one and all. Hey king Dasaratha , Sri Rama has been born to you with divine Providence like Sage Kashyap Was born to Sage to Mareechi with all the Noble Qualities. Sri Rama is known for his coundct and adored by one and all be it Devas( Celestials ),Demons, Gandharva(Beneath Earth people) Uragus (Elevated Souls), Maharishis(Saints),Ganas our and other Countrymen all submit their prayers to God that Sri Rama should Live Long. All the Celestials and Angels, youg, old all women alike are praying Sri Rama Should be crowned Prince. We pray to all the Dieties however small they may be are also keenly awaiting Lord Dasratha kindly fulfill the yearnings of all.
Sri Rama who is Dark in complexion like the Dark Blue Neithal or Neelothpal(Blue Lily) Flower we would like to see him seated as the Crown Prince and are eagerly awaiting same. Sri Rama who always does thing which are beneficial to one and all and who is ensconced by the Elders and who himself is akin to Sri Maha Vishnu , please do the Cornotation for your son Sri Rama and make it Anukool –In consonance with time/occasion- befitting for the Benefit of all of us, Please do not delay any further Hey King Dasaratha. .(Slokas 54)
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