Maruthi narrates Rama’s History
Hearing the Rama’s story being described by the great Vanara Siit with her sweet words addressed Anjhaneya ‘ How was the relationship developed between you and Rama ? How do you know Lakshmana? How did the Vanaras and Humans combine? Pease describe in detail Rama Lakshmana’s features once again. If you describe their physical features of their Limbs such as their Arms, Thighs, body proportions etc in detail, then my Faith in you will grow and my sorrows will be eliminated” said Sita.
Hearing that Hanuman started describing Features of Rama Lakshmana to the extent he knows.” Mother I You have accepted I am an emissary of Rama by casting away the doubt that I may be Ravana , since you have asked the features of Rama Lakshmana to be described I will tell the same to the extent I know . Please Listen with attention. All the Limbs of Rama’s body is beautifyl what shall I tell of the beautiful Eyes of Rama which is like the Lotus petal ? It is showering Aura and the mercy that flows from it is usurping the hearts of all Living beings. Even a Monkey like me jumping from tree to tree who do not know to deifferentiate between good & Bad,the Mercy of his eyes sways me too.His Body and Intelligence are the treasure trove of all that Noble Asupicious Virtues. These are natural behaviour for him. You who is testing me knows about them much more than me. Even the Great Sages who have with Yoga and Penance have controlled their senses are awestruck by him.
In Thejas(Dazzling Aura) he is like Sun, In Patience he is like Earth, in intelligence he is Jupiter; in Fame he is equal to Indra. He protects all the Living beings. Those who seek his shelter,he sees to It that no grief befalls them. He conducts and protects his culture and Dharma without any blemish. He uproots Enemies. He protects all strata of society as though they were himself. He makes all the Dharma (Righteous conduct,Just, Duty, Pious, humble,Charitable, respectful, humble ,Ethical,being Noble, all this done beyond expectation and without anticipation)that People of the world have to follow and ensure it’s adhearance without diluting them.He has immense Aura ; he is owrshipped by all. He observes the Brahmacharya Vrat ie Celibate. He know when to extend help the Pious. He who knows truly the the needs /beniftis of Karma(actions of Good Deeds) ,it’s implementation an the benefits thoroughly. He knows thoroughly the Raja Neethi(Rules of Justice for Governance) all the 4 branches ie Aanvishiki(Knowledge and protector of Dharma or constitution ), thrayee(Econmy and revenue etc) , Vaartha( Communications / resolve by discussions/debate), Dahnda neethi (Punishments and rewards)** ( internet gives detailed explanation on this). He protects & nurtures the Brahmins with devotion.He hears Sashtras from elders without hesitation/doubt and contesting.; he also has a discipline behoveing of the same; he has Humility as an ornament; In his area of Samaveda he is an exponent; He is respected by those who know the secrets of Vedas; he is exponent in Dhanur Veda(Archery/ Missle technology) and other Vedas and Vedanthas as well.
He has broad shoulders, well grown Long Arms , Neck like Conch shell, with Face which confers blessings , the shoulder bones are covered by Muscles, Like the Lotus Flower Petals Red Eyes, the Voice profound and husky like the Dhundhubhi intstrument , Dark hued complexion, and the body without much undulations and the Limbs proportionately built; he has Prathaapa(Glory, Fame,Greatness). He is known world over that he has such a personality.His Chest, wrist, Clinched fist 3 are hard; Eye brow, Arms, Vrushnam 3 are Long ; The tip of Hair, Vrushnas, knees;3 are more or less uniform; The Navel, Chest, Stomach 3 are up; Eye Glance, Palm of Hands,underneath portion of Foot 3 are Red; The Lines in Feet, Hair in head, Male organ 3 are silky; Voice sound, Body strength, Navel 3 are profound; Neck, Stomach have 3 Lines with slight more prominent; Breast, it’s Tip Line under the feet 3 are curving inside; the feet whose nerves are not seen outside; the Hair pores has only strand of Hair; small male organ; lower stomach without flesh, Head without undulations and uniformly curved like the umbrella Large sized; has 4 Lines under the Thumb; he is 96 inches tall 4 Arms length circumference; Arms, knees, Thighs, Cheeks, all 4 are equal; Eye Brows, Nostrils (Nose holes),Ears, Lips, Tips of Breasts, Fore Arms, wrists, kneecaps(Legs) Vrukshnams,Hips, Hands, Legs, Buttocks, these 14 should uniform whould be of equal proportions. 2 rows of teeth should be soft and have 4 teeth like 4 tusks Elephant. Lion, Tiger, Ox like Majestic Walking Gait Rama has ,Lips like the vengai (Pterocarpus marsupium), Coccinia grandis, the ivy gourd,Tindora Fruit, red and bent inwards; muscled cheeks; he has Nose which is projecting; Head Hair, Eyes, Teeth, Skin, Underneath the Feet are soft; Body, back, hands, Legs,Fingers, Eyes, Ears, Male Organ are Long;Face, Mouth, Eyes, Tongue, Lip, Jaw, Breast, Nail , Hand, Legs are red like the Lotus flower; Chest, Head, Face, Neck, Arms, Shoulders, Navel, Left side, Black side, Sound also should be Profound and Large; he is famous due to his Efferevesence, Wealth, Fame ; hi sEyes and teeth are white; Arm pits, Stomach, Chest, Nose, Shoulders, Face should be up; Hair of the Head, Mustache, Nail, Hair, Skin, Thumb, Male organ, Intellect, should be sharp and confidential, He observes the appropriate Dharma during Fore noon , Noon, After noon ; he has the inclination of Sathyam and Dharma; He has the desire in earning them as well distributing wealth to others; he who knows the time and situations and their benefits; he speaks only those words which are liked by all Living creatures; He is the treasure trove of Goddess of Wealth; also he is the epitome of other features which are seen only in Best and Noble persons.
Born to Sumithra and brought up by Kaushalya Lakshmana can not be won over by others; In Affection, Handsomeness, Virtues he is like Rama.Both of them while searching all over saw us. The King of Vanaras Sugreeva was driven out by his brother Valli was scared and was hiding in the rear side of Rishyamukha Mountain . He has an affectionate wife, we are attached to Sugreeva who does not falter on his words, Rama Lakshmana came in search of him in Saints garb duly adorned with weapons . Sugreeva was afraid and went running from there.Then he sent me to ascertain about these 2 Prince looking saints.Those 2 who were handsome and with manly features I met them and prostrated as per King’s order. I heard of their Story and also told them of our story and our intentions as well with Humility.Then they developed affection towards Sugreeva and myself they climbed on my shoulders came to where king of Vanaras was. Matter of fact I conveyed their History to Sugreeva. Then they spoke to each other shared their past, with Loayalty, Faith increased, each one consoled the other. Rama pacified Sugreeva who was cahsed by Valli in the matter of a lady.
Then Ravana abducting you , and fautless Rama grieving due to separation from you, Lakshmana conveyed this to Sugreeva.Hearing that Sugreeva lost his lusture like the Sun engulfed by the Planet Rahu ( Solar Eclipse). When Ravana was taking to you, you had thrown away Ornaments , Garments the Vanaras happily brought and showed it to Rama; but we could not find out the place you were hidden.Earlier I had myself searched and picked up those Ornaments and garments and gave it to Sugreeva.he had kept them safe and brought it and laid it before Rama. Rama Lamented as to how those Ornaments dazzd in your body like Clestial Lady wearing them. Already agonizing embers due to your separation , these jewells inflamed it like a towering inferno. Great Courageous Rama due to sorrow was unconscious for long time. Then I pacified him in very many ways and made him get up. Rama Lakshmana saw each one of them and described them in detail, bound by sorrow gave to Sugreeva for custody. Malayavan is a peak amongst Meru Mpountain peaks which there is a Volcano named Samvarthaka which burns all the time , similarly Rama was burning with Fire of Love due to separation from you. Like in a Agnihothra house where 3 Garhapathyam, Aahavaneeyam & Dakshinaagni agnis burn similarly Rama is burning due to 3 worry about you, Sorrow, Sleeplessness . Like the huge moutains shake because of Earth quake, due to separation from you and yearning for you he is trembling with agony. His agony has only increased as all his searches in beautiful Forests, Mountains, Water falls, Rivers, have gone in vain. Rama will kill Ravana ,his sons ,Friends, realtions in the Battle soon and reach you. Rama and Sugreeva promised to each other that they will kill Strong Valli and We will sreach your whereabouts. Then they went to Kishkinda; There while Sugreeva and Valli were fighting Rama killed Valli. He crowned Sugreeva with Vanara Kingdom. You had asked how did realtionships developed between immatured Vanaras and the Inskhwaku Dynasty Rama Lakshmana who were trained by Sage Vaisihta ? That I have explained to you in detail as above.You are Mother who was born in Videha clan and married in Raghu Clan , I Monkey jumping from Branch to Branch are conversing with each other is because of following. Born with Rama and one who had promised to do all services to Rama and came to Forest is Lakshmana and a novice who knows nothing came to know each other as I was appointed to extend Help to Rama and thus the friendship started..
Sugreevan became King of Vanaras called the Army Generals and sent all of them in all Directions , Vanara Warriors who are huge in size like mountains, due to Sugreeva’s orders went in search all over the world; and are still searching. Amongst them we are also one part.Great Strong Person of Aura and son of Valli is Angadha who started with 1/3rd of the Army. In the hilly terrain of vindhyas , we did not know the route and were in Parithavippu (in much distress) and held up there for days. Then the Time deadline given by King was past , and the fear he will punish us severely, having searched in Hills and Forests unable to find where you were, and the task we had set in, we decided to Leave our Lives. Seeing all the great Vanaras deciding to fast to give up their Lives, Abgadha due to grief in not being able to Locate your whereabouts, , Valli’s demise and the Vanaras deciding to die, was Lamenting of Jhatayu’s death. Thus without any desire, being worried of King’s order, had decided to Lose our Lives at that moment Great Vaourous and aged King of Eagles and brother of Jahtayu named Sampathy came there as though he has come there specifically to complete our job. One hearing Jhatayu’s demise he got angy and said “ hey Vanaras ! where did my brother die? By whom was he slain? Please tell me this in detail” said Sampathy. Then Angadha told him about Ravana having taken you away from Jhanasthana, Jhatayu fought a Fierce battle with Ravana and died, these were conveyed to him. Hearing this Aruna’s son got anguished he told us that you are in Ravana’s Palace. Hearing that we were immeasurably happy, immediately we started from there along with Angadha and came to the sea shore. Motivated, Happy and the drive to see you we came to the Sea shore, but we became scared and worried how we would cross the same?
Then I saw them and took pity on them, removed their fear, Leaped over this 100 Yojhana’s wide Sea. Night I entered this Lanka, despite being guarded by Rakshasaas, I searched Lanka in detail did not leave any space wherein only a Pin can be planted, I saw Ravana who was sleeping the Queens Chambers. I also was blessed to meet you as you are Languhishing without Sleep.
For you asked I have told what happened as it is in detail.At least now have you confidence that I am not Ravana? I am Rama’s emissary. You can talk to me without inhibitions.I am Vayu’s son; Sugreeva’s Minster; I have been sent by Rama specifically for locating you; Rama who is greatest amongst weapon wielding warriors, and Lakshman who considers him as his Father and extends all services and is also the embodiment of all Virtues They Both are Safe. I am focused on the well ebing of your Husband , on Sugreeava’s orders came here alone. In order to find where you are and also I have the ability to take any disguise , I went , Searching in southern direction, I reached here. By pravidence’s grace I could find you, by sharing this information I will make the eagerly awaiting Vanara Army happy. My crossing the Sea has not gone waste. I have also got the Fame because I have seen you. The Great warrior Rama very soon will kill Ravana , his sons,friends, realtions in battle and reach You.
How can I be son of Vayu Bhagawan when I am a Vanara(Monkey) , you may wonder. There is a great Vanara named Keasri was staying in a Mountain named Malyavan, One time the Sages who were doing penance in Ocean wanted to kill the tormenting Sambhasaadhana Asura and prayed to Kesari. He went to Gokarana hill and killed him. That time I was born to his wife though Vayu. As I went to capture the Sun thinking it is a Fruit, Indra with his Vajhrayudha hit me on my (Hanu) Jaw thus I became to be knowna s Hanuman). In order to develop your faith in me I have described the Virtues of Rama to the extent I know.Very soon Rama will take you away from this place.
Sita who was till then anguished decided to accept Hanuman as Rama’s Emissary for reasons and evidences stated above. She got immeasurable happiness and shed tears of Joy. Sita’s face which has beautiful Eyes was shining Like the Moon which has been realesed from Rahu’s grip (After Lunar Eclipse). Finally she understood clearly that he is a vanara named Hanuman and nobody else. Then Hanuman who saw Sita’s face brightern up said “ Amma(Mother) ! To the extent I know I have detailed all the happenings. You need not worry. Iam ready to carry out your orders. Since I have to very quickly inform aboutyou to Ram I am returing. Do not think what this Tiny Monkey can be of use to me? When the great Vanara Kesari had gone to kill Sambhasadan, I was born to his wife Anjhana. In Strength, Valourous Prowess,Speed I am equal to my father Vayu Bhagawan(God of Wind) said Hanuman”. (Slokas 89)
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