Anjaneya climbs on Mahendra Mountain
Preface:-
God is greater than everything that is evidenced that he is the epitome of countless Auspicious Noble Virtues and this has been stated in Kishkinda Kandam. It is counselled that he has the Power to destroy everything. This is clearly seen from the Sargam 15 where it is stated “Those earn the Enmity of Rama, person who is worthy of being killed by Rama, even Brahma, Rudra, Indra and others cannot save him.”
From Kishkinda Kandam it is clear that ‘the Friends have to be somehow saved’ is the Dharma. The Emissary and the Pathivratha ( pure pristine and Noblest, Chaste, Loving, Humble dotting Wife not falling prey to Fame, Money or Power) how they have to conduct themselves as per Dharma are also expounded in this Sundara Kandam.
In the earlier Kandam God Maha Vishnu who came to protect all the world got the opportunity of being the teacher (negotiator) while in this Kandam it is about how he should conduct himself and the task he has to perform directly or indirectly that is being detailed by Valmiki. In that the worthy Disciple is searched by the Guru himself.
In the earlier kandam it is said Anjaneya went to Lanka mentally. In this Kandam how he went there physically is also described. With Kishkinda Kandam 11,000 slokas of the total 24,000 Slokas of Ramayana are completed. In the Sundara Kandam the first sloka in 1st sargam ‘Thatho Ravana’, the 4th Letter is ‘Va’ which is the 12th Letter of gayathri.
Ravana neethya yaha: ( Taken by Ravana) with this Sita’s Satvic- nobility in Agni kundam and Her Rajhasa - Princely Power is seen in Rama’s right Arm is inseparable, and the Thamasa- form is by Ravana had taken is the inner meaning which is conveyed.
Ramayana’s other Kandam’s names have their own specific reasons. Bala Kandam expounds Rama’s Balyam (Childhood), In Ayodhya Kandam the happenings during Rama’s age of 12 to 24 are detailed, Aranya Kandam describes the incidents in Dnadakaaranya, Kishkinda kandam describes the special happenings in Kishkinda and in Yudha Kandam the Battles between Rama Lakshmana with Vanara Army and the Rakshsaas along with Ravana have been detailed. Hence those Kandams got their names like that. But why did Sundara Kandam get this name? Sundaram means the material which is beautiful. But can we say that other Kandams do not have beauty? Hence there should have been some other reason in Valimiki’s Mind. Anjaneya crossing the ocean, Lanka city, Rising of Moon, Ashoka Garden, Honey garden - the descriptions are immaculate and is incomparable and is acknowledged by all. Will this reason alone suffice? This kandam helps achieve Gyanam (Wisdom of Knowing the difference Atma (eternal) and the body (perishes)- Atma (Life force ) is the reflection of Paramathma (God) like water in Ocean, river, pond, tank, vessel and cup. It is the same Atma that takes the birth in different bodies as per karma ) and sows the seed for conferring Moksha (eternal salvation). Hence it is worthy of being called Sundara Kandam.
In the story of Ramayana, in this Kandam the central hero is Anjaneya. In this Kandam right from start to end Anjaneya is the Hero, his Strength, Valours, Prowess, Intelligence, Greatness, Potency, are only expounded. Even to God, Hanuman is helping in giving Sita Life. Both Sita and Rama tell Hanuman “for the help you have rendered we can never repay you”. This Kandam tells the story of Hanuman and it is Sundaram (beautiful).
In the Ramayana this Kandam has been expounded with about its greatness.
Having decided to undertake the Task which cannot be done by others, Hanuman Looked like the leader Ox with Big Head and Huge neck of the Cows herd. He roamed around with ease the Mahendra Hill ranch full of tender green grass which was shining like the Diamond Lapiz-Lazulli. That great Vanara who has excellent Intellect scared the cattle and birds, breaking trees with the might of his chest, hitting aside many an Animal, he dazzled like the Lion which has complete strength. With Minerals of different hues such as Black, White, Red etc, that mountain where the Yaksha, Kinnara, Gandharvas have the innate ability to take the disguise and were roaming around duly adorned, with countless Majestic Elephants Hanuman looked like the Male Elephant playing in that Mound.
Then Hanuman bowed with Reverence to his teacher Sun God, Mahendra who wrote the Ayindra Grammar, which Hanuman had learnt, his father God Vayu, and the Brahma deva who conferred on him rare Boons, all the Creatures who were born through the Celestial person’s organs and then he decided to depart for Lanka. He stood facing east, prayed with folded hands his Father God Vayu, very sagacious Maruti (Hanuman), turned southwards and allowed his Body to grow. With the senior Vanaras were looking with Awe, he decided to cross the sea shore. Praying for the greater well being of Rama, he grew in Physical stature, like Sea rises during Monsoon time. Having the Body of immeasurable size, with the intention to jump across the sea, with his hands and Legs pressed the Hill downwards. Then the Hill was shaking for 1 Muhurtham (1 ½ hour). The Flowers in the Trees fell. Due the showering of the Flowers it covered the entire hill as was engulfed with Fragrance and was looking like Garland of Flowers. The Mahendra Mountain which was pressed by the Pure Potent Hanuman, like the Rogue elephants shed its Roguish secretion from its Ears, the water fall flow increased in the Hill. Being inflicted by the great Strong Hanuman, there appeared cracks in the Hill looking like Golden, Silver Lines. Like the smoke emanates from centre of a burning inferno, there were stones and boulders falling apart from the top of the Hill. Thus being squeezed by the Hill, the Animals in the caves hooted in all directions in weird manner. That sound reverberated in all the earth, Gardens. Then Big Serpents in Anger spread their Hoods (Having Lines like the Vishnu Padams) were hissing and biting the stones spewing out Venom. The stones broke into 1000 pieces and were dazzling with venom’s Fire. The Herbs in that Mountain which had antidote for Serpents Venom could not eradicate the Poison spewed out thus. Thinking the Hill is having volcanic eruptions, the saints living in the Forest of the Hill left in a hurry. The Vidhyadharas left the Vessels of Beverages made of Gold, and very expensive gems embedded Golden Food Bowls, Plates, Spoons ,etc The Medicinal Potion for Digestion, Spices, Pickles, different types of Meats and the Spades which were made of Buffalo skin, Knifes with golden handles, leaving them at it is and left with Ladies who eyes became Red like the Red Lotus petals due to Drinking , who were adorned with Pure Sandalwood pastes, expensive Cosmetic Perfumes who were drunken left skywards. The Ladies who were adorned with Necklaces, Shoulder bands, Bangles, Anklets, with their consorts and the Greats of Vidhyadharas who 8 Siddhis(Super natural Powers)were exhibiting same were seen in the sky in cluster of crowds were looking at the Hill. Then in the spotless Sky the Sages, Sidhas, Saranas were talking amongst themselves “ Hanuman the Lord of Vayu , with a body of the Huge size of Hill, is going to jump the sea which cannot be crossed by anyone in the interest of Rama, wants to achieve a task hitherto not done by anyone”. This was heard by the Vidhyadharas and was now looking at the Maruti (Hanuman) of unmatchable Vigour.
His hairs in the body shivered; he swayed like a Huge Mountain; He thundered like the Dark rain bearing clouds; the tail which was thick with Hair growth from its beginning to end, he swirled so as to generate the required speed / momentum to jump the sea which was akin to the Garuda (Eagle King) swirls the Great Serpent.
Of immense Valour, Vigour Aura, Pressed his Arms (with the shoulders which was like the Fort wall’s Padlock) on to the ground, shrinking his Hip, folding his Legs, bending his Arms and Neck increased His Aura, Potency and Vitality. He focused his sight on the Long distance he has to go intently Looking skywards he breathed in Prana Vayu in his chest, with firmly entrenching his Foot on the ground, folding his Ears, while he was to jump skywards looked at the Vanaras and spoke thus.
“Like the Rama Bhana which goes without any obstruction , like wise I will go to Lanka which is ruled by Ravana. If I do not find Sita , I will go to Celestial world . If I do not find her there also, I will go without any tiredness tie up the King of Rakshasaas and bring him. I will accomplish the task somehow and will return with Sita. Or I will uproot Ravana’s Lanka and bring it. “Thus encouraging them without any worry started to climb skywards very fast, he considered himself equal to King of Birds (Garuda). Then due to the velocity the Trees in that Mountain with their Leaves were sucked and went skywards. His Thighs drawing those trees with branches along with them for some distance Hanuman went skyward; this looked like those who see off a Long distance traveler starting from his home. Like the Army follows the King, the Aacha Trees which broke due to his velocity followed him. Huge Mountain like Hanuman surrounded by these Flower laden trees was an awesome sight to look at. Afraid of Mahendra, the Mountains fell in between into the Ocean and hid themselves, likewise the diamond like trees fell in the sea. Hanuman who was like large cloud was surrounded by Flowers, Stems, creepers, Buds of different colours was looking like the Mountain with Fire moths hovering around it. The power due to initial thrust having subsided when those trees shedding their flowers was akin to the people who had gone with the Traveller, after seeing him off Friends shed tears .Due to his speed those different coloured Flowers strewn themselves all over the sea made it look like a Star studded sky and brightened the sea.Vayu’s son Hanuman surrounded by those Flowers of different hues was akin to Clouds with Lightning streaks traversing the Sky. Different coloured Flowers strewn themselves all over the sea made it look like a Star studded in the Vast Space. Stretching both of his hands forward and going in the sky in the path of wind, he looked akin to the 5 Headed Snakes from the peak of the mountain. Due to the Speed of his jump he was covering the Sea fast it appeared to the onlookers as though he is gulping the sky itself. On his path in the sky , Hanuman’s 2 Yellow eyes looked like Lightning , The Forest fire in Mountain Tops, and were bright as though at the same time Sun & Moon rose in the sky. His reddish face due to illuminence of his Red Nose, it looked like Sun’s empire during the Dawn / Dusk.
The Long tail standing erect, looked as though it is Indra’s Dwajham (Pillar) holding the canvass of Sky. Maruti (Hanuman) having white teeth, the tail which was bent like a wheel, he was akin to the Sun surrounded by radiance. The bottom portion of the Tail was Red; it looked like the Mountain which has split having shining Minerals in between. When the great Vanara was crossing in the Sky the wind generated from his ribs were roaring like Cloud. Anjaneya looked like the Comet Ulka which falls from North to South. Long Anjana’s son Hanuman looked like the Sun going from North to South and like the Rogue Elephant which has been tied tightly by Logs of Wood. Ship’s bottom which is under water and the upper deck the masts and sails are brushed by the wind and passes by, likewise Hanuman’s shadow was in the Sea and he was flying aloft in the sky. Due to the speed of his Thighs the water from sea was sucked, swirled and with Froth. Due to the Chest wind speed, he was dashing the high tidal waves (being Full Moon day-Pournami) that great Vanara surged ahead fast crossing the sea. The wind of the clouds and the wind generated by his Speed joined together stirred the stormy Sea and made it tremble. That Rama’s emissary who was dragging along Waves as huge as mountain looked as though he was splitting Sky and Earth. The waves which were rising like the Meru Mountain, while crossing them, it looked as though he was counting each one of them. The Sea which was sucked and spread in the Sky looked like the Rain bearing clouds during Monsoon, Like when the dress is removed the parts of Human body is visible, the Whales, Sharks, Crocodiles, Fish, Tortoise and other sea living maritime creatures which were hitherto covered by Sea water, were now exposed as the top layer of sea water was sucked and spread in the sky. The Large Serpents in Sea seeing Hanuman were scared that it was Garuda who was crossing the sea. His shadow which was 10 Yojanas (3 km or 2.2 Miles) wide and 30 Yojanas (10 km or 6.6 miles) long was clearly visible in depth of the sea. Having started in the morning he should reach before sun set), that shadow was following him was akin to White clouds as seen in Mid day. Without any desire or attachments when he was going in the path of wind, when that great thejhasvi man of Aura was flying it looked as though it was a like a Huge Mountain without Wings in the Sky. ** (Remember due to his boon from Brahma that no weapon can harm him, even missiles star war ICBM would have been fruitless). The Sea water which got sucked by the speed of his flight stood as though it is mountain range on his Flight path. Like the King of Birds who flies in the sky, Vayu’s son was brushing aside the
Clouds and he went fast. Those clouds with White, Red, Blue, yellow colours looked unique and novel to look at. Often getting in clouds and coming out, he looked like the Moon traversing through the Clouds.
Thus seeing him cross the sea very fast The Devas (Celestials), Dhanavas (Demons), and Gandharvas (Musicians) showered flowers on him. As Hanuman was going on Rama Karyam (Divine Task of Helping Rama as he is none other than Maha Vishnu) even Sun reduced his intensity on Him. Vayu (God of Wind) also blew softly and made him cool thus relieving him off Tiredness. Great Sages praised him. Celestials Gandharvas celebrated Hanuman the great Valorous
Seeing that Great Vanara flying effortlessly Nagas (Serpent world), Yakshas, Dikpalas Guardians of Directions), many Rakshasaas, Viphuthas, Garudas all of them praised him. Then King of Ocean wanted to pay courtesy ikshwaku Dynasty thought “if I do not give assistance to this great Vanara, the whole world will ridicule me. I have been brought up by the Ikshwaku Dynasty King Sagara. (Hence Sea is known as Sagar). This Hanuman is the Emissary of Rama and it is unbecoming of me to make him tired. So he should rest for some time and that will make him cross the sea very fast “thought of a supportive plan. The Mountain with Golden peak submerged in Sea known as Mynaka Mountain addressed him “Friends! Indra has kept you in the fort locked under the sea, so that you will not return so that the Asuras (Demons) of Paathal do not come up on the earth. When those Great Strong people make efforts to come up, aren’t you blocking their way? You have the power to grow on all 4 directions up / down / sideways. Hence I am instigating you. King of Mountain please get up. Hanuman is going on the task of Rama right above you skyward. In order to serve the ikshwaku dynasty I would like to extend my assistance. Shouldn’t I worship those Kings? For the same reason, you should also worship them. Haven’t You been protecting your breath by hiding into his sea which was dug by their King Sagar’s sons? Further Vayu’s son who saved you, brought you and kept you here isn’t it your duty to help him? So you reciprocate which behoves of him. Our plan should not be delayed. The task which should be done at the right time, instead if it is delayed then the Pious will get unhappy. So please come above sea level. may Anjaneya relax on you; he is our Noble Visitor; Worthy of worship he is great amongst Vanaras; Worshipped by Celestials the Mountain with Golden peaks Hey King of Mountains! Let him take rest on you and very quickly he will reach the other shore. Hanuman has immense compassion for Sita. She having been deprived of her husband is grieving, so please think and act as I have told you.
Hearing this the King of Mountain started very fast to come out of the Sea with trees, Creepers, Plants with Illuminating Rays like the Sun coming out of the clouds . That mountain which was surrounded by the ocean’s water with inhabitants of Uragas, Kinnaras, it’s Golden Silver Peaks were visible, Like the Sun rising in a pristine pure clear Sky, they pierced the Clouds and climbed up. By nature the Mountain Mynaka was dazzling; it appeared as though many a Sun was coming out simultaneously with their effulgence. Maruti (Hanuman) who saw this mountain appearing in front of him without any obstruction thought “this is my first obstruction”. The Son of Vayu was going very fast, seeing this Mountain growing limitlessly, he hit with his chest playfully. Seeing this Mynaka Mountain realized the Speed and Power of Hanuman was surprised and was Happy. Then the mountain took the form of a Human in the Sky path addressed Hanuman “Hey Greatest amongst Vanaras! You have decided to attempt a Task which none dared to, please take rest in my Peaks for some time. Rama’s ancestors had dug this Ocean. Samudhra Raja (King of Ocean) is worshipping you. It is primary Dharma to reciprocate the help one who had rendered already. We would like to do these Prayers for Guest, please accept same. “This Greatest amongst with the intention to Jump the 100 Yojanas (30 km or 22 miles) is coming. Make him relax in your Valleys then he will go to the other side of shore.” Samudhra Raja (King of Ocean) has sent me with special courtesies. Hence please stop. Please relax here and then proceed. The herbs I have are very tasty and with Fragrance, please absorb them, accept them and satisfy your tiredness then proceed. Both of us have another relationship as well. It is accepted by the elders and is famously known in all the 3 worlds. Amongst those Vanaras who go very fast, I respect you the foremost. It is mandatory for a learned to worship a guest. Is it necessary to tell the Great person like you has to be worshipped that too by a person who knows the secrets of Dharma? You’re the son of the Greatest amongst Devas Lord Vayu; you are equal to him in speed. Is it necessary to tell you, knower of Dharma that by worshipping you, I am worshipping Lord Vayu as well? Hence I have to worship, there is another reason as well.
“Earlier during Krutha Yuga Mountains had Wings. They were able to fly in all directions with speed of Wind and Garuda (king of Eagle), The Celestials, Sages, and other Living were worried that these Mountains will fall on us? Then Devendra (lord of celestials) got angry with the mountains and with his Vajhrayuda weapons slices their wings into pieces. When with the Vajhrayuda with rage he was coming at me, the great Soul Lord Vayu pushed me aside and put me in this ocean. He saved me without any harm to my wings. Isn’t it my duty to worship him? Hence I would like to worship you as well. Thus we have a relationship like this as well. I who had such a favour as well as Samudhra Raja (King of Ocean) would like to offer courtesies, kindly accept same and make us happy. Please relax for a while; accept our prayers for guest. Please honour our affection for you. By seeing you we get limitless Bliss.
Hearing this Maruti (Hanuman) said “Hey King of Mountains! By your mere stating like this I am happy. Sighting you itself is enough for me. The Guest Prayer you are doing is this only. You should not get angry that I am not resting here for a while. The task I have opined is urging me that. if I halt here I cannot reach Lanka by this evening during the day.**(by this statement one school of thought that 100 Yojanas = 800 miles is correct and over time the Sri Lanka island may have drifted close to India to its current distance of 22 miles due to Plate shifting in 1.75 mMillion year ago as per geologists). Further I have promised Vanaras that I will not hesitate mid way anywhere and proceed to lanka” saying this he touched the Mynaka Mountain, accepted the Guest Prayer by him, happier, with a smile went skyward. Samudhra Raja (King of Ocean) and Mynaka Mountain with great affinity blessed him.Then Anjaneya left them and went very high, he came to the pathway his father Lord Vayu uses. From there he looked with affection at King of Mountain once more, he went on the pristine pure Sky path. Anjaneya crossing the ocean was 1st amongst many of his rare achievements; Winning over the obstacle of Mynaka Mountain was his 2nd; the Devas (Celestials), Siddhas, Sages were happy and appreciated Maruti. Devaraja Indra was happy with Mynaka “The King of Mountains having Golden Peaks and Creepers! The work you did today gives me immense happiness. Hereafter you need not fear me; you can live as you please and be happy. When Hanuman was going skywards, we also were scared he might fall. But that great Warrior without least bit of Fear is going with disdain. You have done good help for him. The help you rendered to Rama’s Emissary will give you Limitless Happiness” said Indra. Mynaka was happy at Indra’s happiness unto him. Then he got Noble Boons from Indra and lived comfortably. Hanuman went away from there in 1 Muhurtham (1 ½ hours).
Then Deva, Gandharva, sidha, Sages entourages The Mother of serpents who dazzles like Sun addressed Surasa “This Vanara warrior is son of Vayu. He has immense Aura. This Hanuman is crossing the sea by going on the Sky path. You be of hindrance to him for some time. With Coral Teeth, with Fiery Red Eyes emanating sparks, with wide open Mouth like the Sky space, with Mountain like Body appear before him as a Gory Rakshasi go and stand in front of him. We have to test his Strength and Valorous Prowess once more. Does he win over with tact? Or will he faint with no courage?” Surasa thus instigated by Celestials , stood in the centre of the ocean in Form which will make all the Living beings Tremble, stopped Maruti who was coming in that path and said “ Celestials have sent me here as you are my Food ; I am going to swallow you; Enter my mouth” she said. Hearing this that great Thejasvi Hanuman said “ Dasartha’s son Rama, Lakshmana and Sita wife of Rama when they were living in Dandakaaranya , his enemy King of Rakshasaa Ravana took away his wife, when he gone out for another job. Rama has sent me as an Emissary to that Famed Sita. Is it not your duty to help him, when you are living in his country? Alternatively after I see Sita and inform Rama about her, I will become your food. This is my solemn Promise” said Hanuman.
Then Surasa said “No one should cross me. This is my Boon. You have to enter my Mouth there is no other recourse” while she was saying this, Hanuman did not bother and was continuing his journey. Surasa seeing this, to check his strength “ Today you have to necessarily enter my Mouth and go out. Brahma has given me such a Boon” saying this she opened her mouth wide and stood in front of Hanuman. Then Anjaneya got angry and said “Open your mouth wide enough to swallow me” and grew 10 Yojana in Size.; Surasa opened her mouth 20 Yojana wide; Hanuman grew tall by 30 Yojanas (10km or 6,6 Miles); **(recollect as child hanuman went to catch Sun thinking it is an apple) Surasa opened her mouth wide vertically to 40 yojanas; then Hanuman 50 Yojanas tall; Surasa opened her mouth for 60 Yojanas and Hanuman grew 70 Yojanas tall ; Surasa opened her mouth for 80 Yojanas and Hanuman grew 90 Yojanas tall ;Surasa opened her mouth for 100 Yojanas and Hanuman being extremely intelligent decided this the opportune moment to shrink himself come out . On her Gory Mouth with Long Tongue Hanuman shrunk himself to a miniature size of Thumb and entered Surasa’s wide opened Mouth and very quickly came out. Dazzling with Aura of Jayalakshmi (Goddess of Victory) stood tall in the sky and said “Hey daughter of Daksha Prajapathi (Lord of Snakes)! I bow unto you. I have entered your mouth and come out. Your Boon also has become truth; I am going to where Sita is” said Hanuman.
Seeing Hanuman shining like the Moon after coming out of Rahu planet’s mouth (Lunar Eclipse after it is over), Surasa came back to her Original form and said “Child! You will accomplish your task. Go comfortably and return. Unite Rama and Sita.” Thus she blessed. All Creatures seeing this 3rd awesome feat of Anjaneya celebrated him.
Then Hanuman went physically leaping across the Sea {the residence of Varuna (God of Water)} which none had attempted earlier on the great Garuda (King of Eagles) path in the sky very fast. There Padhakars, Vidhyadharas, and the Urgas whose Vehicle were Ayiravath (4 Tusked White Elephant Vehicle of Indra), Lion, Tiger and also with Beautifully Carved and aesthetically crafted Air crafts were loitering. Place was shining with Vajhrayuda and Thunder. Great Souls who due to Good Deeds (Punya Karmas) attained Heavenly abode were present there. The Lord of Agni Chithra bhanu who hands over the Havis (Cooked Rice) offered in Sacrificial Fire (Homam) to Deities also takes the same path. The sky lane was illuminated by Stars, Moon, and Planets.
There were separate compartments for Great Sages (Maha Rishis), Gandharvas (Musicians), Nagas (Serpents), Yaksha; Sky Lane was pristine pure; spread all over. Place Gandharvas like Vishwavasu live; place the Dikgaja Elephants of Lord of Directions play, it is the path which Sun & Moon undertake journey. ; Holy place; it is like the Upper Layer for Earth; it is wide; have been allocated accordingly by Brahma (God of Creation). It is filled by warriors and entourages (Ganas) of Vidhyadara. Without any attachment Hanuman was traversing through this Sky Lane like the garuda (King of Eagle) and Mountains with Wings.
Then the Rakshasi Simhika saw him going in the Sky. Since she was endowed with power to take the disguise of what she wants, she grew in size her Physique. Thinking that I have not had Food all these days, this creature is coming on its own will She grabbed the shadow of the Hanuman**(Brahma-God of Creation had granted boons to some obese Rakshsaas the boon that they could grab their prey by catching their shadows) Vayu’s son saw this realized that someone is suddenly obstructing him, my power is reducing. Like the ship sailing in the sea an opposing gutsy Storm halts/slows it down and found that he could not move and looked around in all 4 directions and also up & Down. He saw a huge creature getting up and standing from the Sea. Immediately he realized “this was a rare awesome Creature mentioned by Sugreeva; this wide bodied Creature has enormous Prowess; it has the unique strength of pulling me by merely this tugging the shadow, there is no doubt on score “thus concluding, the great intelligent Hanuman understood she is Simhika, like the Monsoon cloud grew his body in size. She opened her Mouth Like Deep Canyon and thundering like the Clouds came running towards Hanuman. He assessed her body size, her Facial contour with wide open Mouth, central organ of her Life, keenly and intently. Then the Strong Vanara with mettle of Vajhrayuda (Indestructible weapon of Indra- God of Celestials) drastically reduced the size of his body as he entered her mouth. Like during Monsoon Moon enters the Rahu planet (Eclipse) Sidha Charans were wonder struck in Hanumans’ entry into the Rakshasi’s mouth. Maruti (Hanuman ) who has the speed of thought , he killed the Rakshasi’s nerve centre of her Life with his sharp nails, before she could close her mouth he came out of her. By his keen eyesight, observation, courage, sagacity thus Hanuman won over Simhika. Again he grew his physique. Simhika’s heart burst and she fell into the sea yelling. The Spirits roaming in the Sky said “hey Maruti! You have done a dangerous yet timely job; you have killed this creature with great strength with disdain. Now accomplish the task you have planned.A person who is like you and has the keen observation, Courage and has the knowledge/ wisdom in determining / knowing the truth about matters will never suffer defeat in any task he undertakes - thus they praised Him. With the good omen of having won over Surasa and Simhika, having the confidence that he will accomplish the task he is planning, he was happy and went flying in the Sky like Garuda (Eagle).
When he reached closer to the other shore while looking around all 4 directions, forests appeared at the 100 Yojanas distance completion. While flying in the sky, he saw he saw the Sir Lanka island with thick green foliage, Malaya Mountain forests, Sea and its shore and its Marshy lands. The Trees growing there, the spots where the rivers of Thrikoota Hills which are joining the sea were also seen by Hanuman. Then looking at his huge size covering the sky like a cloud “ if I go like this the Rakshasaas seeing my this huge size and speed will be surprised and will try to find out who am I “ thus he dwelled like the AthmaGyanai (Noble person who has the Wisdom of Knowing the difference Atma(eternal) and the body(perishes)- Atma(Life force ) is the reflection of Paramathma (God) like water in Ocean, river, pond, tank, vessel and cup Is same .Atma takes the birth in different bodies as per karma ) after shedding his Desire, shrunk his body , came back to his original form Mahavishnu having taken the form of Thrivikrama and quelling the Ego of Emperor Mahabhali returned to the Young Vamana Lad Hanuman was akin to that. Anjaneya who had the ability to take various, Beautiful disguises; having leaped crossed the Sea hitherto not done by any Human. Thought about the uphill task he has to carry out now, thus he returned to his normal form. That great should descend on the Suvela Mountain which had many peaks and trees hanging like hanging gardens.
Having reached the other shore while being in the Sky lane Anjaneya saw the Lanka which is created on Thrikoota Mountain, changed his form and scared the birds and animals living there. The sea which was infested with Dhanavas (demons), Pannagas (Serpents) having leaped across the same on his own strength, saw the Lanka which was Like Amaravathi (Capital of Heaven). (Slokas 210)
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