Manthara contaminates Kaikeyi
Hearing this Manthara developed Jealousy towards Kaikayei. It is a normal Human failing that they always hate you for being so generous. She was furious at Kaiykei that she did not hear those words which were told in the Queen’s interest. She was Angry and also the pent up fear of Imminent danger turned into Sorrow she spoke thus “ Hey Fool who cannot think for yourself, are you not able to realize that your drowning in the Sorrow of Sea. I am unable to understand what happiness are you getting in an Untimely situation like this? Calamity has struck in the guise of Coronation of Sri Rama. You also must be in anguish, why are you Happy? Seeing your plight my greif knows no bounds. I am unable to contain my feelings of pity for you ; akin to a person in a situation when he sees his Mentally MAD Master. Rama is your Step son or competing Queen’s son. Is he not a Lord of Death for you? Will any person who as an iota of Intellect be happy at his step son’s crowning glory? My grief only grows seeing your wrong interpretation of the situation. Let me tell, what Danger awaits you.
“ Is this Kingdom not common to both Rama & Bharatha ? Hence Rama will get fear because of Bharatha. Thinking of it makes me feel sad. If Rama is afraid what is the harm to Bharatha will be the question in your mind . In the world wild animals such as Tiger, Snake are afraid of us, and want to kill us , as we are afraid of them will kill them. Similarly danger lurks for Bharatha because of Rama. Even though Lakshmana and Shatrugna are also eligible for the kingdom The Great PARAKRAM (Achievement, Might, Puissance,Exploits,Valor, Heroism, Gallantry,Prowess,Ability,Valour) Warrior is beside Rama always, hence there is no danger from Lakshmana and hence there is no fear for Rama from him. For the very same reason Bharatha need not fear from Shatrugna. Even though Laskhamana and Shatrugna are totally devoted to their elder brothers still there will be a lurking desire to rule the country na? Rama was born early , being the eldest son he will get the opportunity to rule the country. Thereafter Lakshaman and Shaatrugna will get their turn to rule the country. Hence Rama will try to kill Bharatha who is next in line for inheriting the throne. Will Bharatha get to rule the country when Rama gets the opportunity? Such a thought will it occur to Sri Rama No, as he is a Viveki(Detached person), he is an expert in Diplomacy of Governance. , he does things in the appropriate time. Your son Bharatha does not have these qualities. I am trembling what Rama will do?
Kaushalya is very Lucky. Tomorrow her son Rama will be coronoated in the Pushya star by the Expert Brahmins as the Crown Prince. Kaushalya will get special wealth and fame, will reign without enemies. Then you will serve her as a Maid Servant.Hence due to Kaushalya your Life will be a disaster. Not only you all others who have alligence to you will also have to serve Kaushalya. Your Son Bhratha will aslo become a Slave to Rama na? When Bharatha’s Wealth diminishes your servants (daughter in Law) will be in sorrow. Servants of Rama will be more Happy.
Thus Manthara’s tactics which will corrupt /contaminate any person did not deter the steadfast Mind of Queen Kaikeyi. Queen addressed Manthara who had nothing but malice for Sri Rama thus highlighting Sri Rama’s Vitues “ If Rama was like what you have described, he should exhibit sins in his behavior which are not present at all in him. He knows and follows Dharma (Righteous conduct, Duty, Pious, humble,Charity ,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation). He has been brought up by Learned Elders, He never forgets even the smallest help ie ever grateful, He is always Truthful and never falters from same, He is pristine pure and Eldest son of King Dasaratha, hence worthy of becoming Crown Prince.
Your argument that this country is common to all the 4 brothers does not fit in. Sri Rama who will live long takes care of his Brothers and servants will protect with all care and affection. Hence no danger will occur to Bharatha from Sri Rama. When that be the case why are you twitching after hearing Rama’s coronation?
After Rama governs for 100 years the country will certainly be given to Bharatha to rule. Hence he will coronate Bharath so that he can take over after him, Rama will definitely do this. The Cornoation which is justifiable will take place. When it is like this why do you have such anguish?
You are saying if Rama is coronated it will be dangerous for me. I have special affection to Sri Rama. He also shows more Love affection and respect than his own mother Kaushalya and Sri Rama serves me in all aspects.
Even by chance after 100 years Bharatha does not get to rule Ayodhya , it does not matter since Rama got to govern the Kingdom ;it is akin to Bharatha getting coronated. Further Sri Rama treats all Brothers as he would treat himself.
Manthara was unable to contain her anguish and breathed heavily and said “ Hey You are considering Disaster as Welcome happening . The Kingdom should have been justifiably given to Bharatha and he having been driven away from the Kingdom. You are drowning in a deep sea and you are unable to comprehend same due to low intellect. Who told you that Bharatha will get a chance to rule Ayodhya after 100 years? Rama will become King tomorrow. After Rama his son will get to rule Ayodhya. Hence there is no justification for Bharatha to rule the country after Sri Rama.Hey queen who gets angry fast, All the sons born to a King do not get to rule the country. Due to this, big calamity will befall. Kings always hand over the Governance of Kingdom to the Eldest son despite other sons having Virtuous qualities.
It is not only that Bharatha will not get an opportunity to Rule, you will not continue to get the Luxury of Being in Power as Queen presently you are enjoying. Hey Queen Kaiykeyi who has affection for Bharatha your son will be removed from Governance and also denied the Sukham(Comfort, Luxury, Joy, Fun,Cheer, Love, Affection and fulfilled her Desires). Since when 1st son is there the younger will not get the Kingdom as per treditions. i came to tell a strategy for the same. You do not know. You are giving me a Necklace as a gift as a token of your elation on hearing the good news for Eldest (Competing) Queen. After Rama is crowned Prince he will drive away Bharatha, it is possible he may eliminate him. What you have done is also aiding toward the same. You have sent Bharatha to your brother’s house. Even trees Plants always care for the neighbouring plants only. If Bharatha, Shatrugna are nearby King will have affection for them. That also you have spoilt by sending them away. I have heard that people who have gone to forest to cut a tree came back without cutting same since the Tree was surrounded by Thorns. Rama will protect Lakshamana. He also will protect Rama. it is well known world over that the friendship and kinship is akin to Ashwini Devas., hence Lakshmana will never think of harming Rama. Whereas Rama will not remain without harming Bharatha. Let Bharatah go to forest directly from his uncle’s house; if he comes here he will definitely die. If Bharatha becomes King, it will be beneficial to you and your relations. This I feel it is good. This is in your interest. For Rama 's Father’s mistress son Bharatha ie your son is a kid. He will not only lose the Kingdom due to him will get into tight grip and get entangled in his stronghold and how can he even survive? Like the rogue Elephant being chased by Lion in the forest which gets into Lion’s iron grip ,this is the right time to save Bharatha who is in Rama’s web.
“You have been ignoring Kaushalya with the your own false Pride that you are most dear to king Dasratha, now that Her son Rama when he becomes King ,why will she not let out her pent up feelings on you? What is the use of elaborating this? When Rama becomes King of this earth which is surrounded by oceans and filled with Mountains and Cities. Then and there you queen Kaikkeyi and your son Bharatha will certainly befall tragedies and Shame. If Rama becomes King then Bharatha’s Death is certain. Hence do something by which your son becomes King and Rama goes to Forest” Said Manthara to Queen Kayikeyi.(Slokas 39)
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