http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/-t1.htm   The Ramayana is one of the most important epics of Ancient India, for spiritual growth. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:01:53 GMT 10 http://i13.servimg.com/u/f13/11/74/91/13/aum10.gif http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/-t1.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-after-the-end-t639.htm Sarveswara I thought I would share with you here ... the way it happened for me with my pet dog,RAMA. I wrote each of the segments of the Ramayana myself, and scanned all the pictures to upload with each episode, except for the last episode. Fhenix, bless her heart helped me out by typing up the final episode for me and emailing it to me. That was in late August. In September of course the month was taken up from the 2nd on my Fathers birthday, and also the day he was admitted to Hospital for the final ... The Ramayana Epic Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:01:53 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-after-the-end-t639.htm#1297 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-after-the-end-t639.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-the-final-part-part-12-t614.htm Sarveswara The Ramayana - Part 12 the LAST PART When Saint Valmiki was talking about Lav and Kush, Sita chanced to come there. Seeing her, Bharata, Lakshmana and Shatrughna bowed low before her. Their joy knew no bounds indeed. Rama too was overjoyed to see her but he remained apparently serene for fear of ill-talk. Saint Valmiki saw through the whole affair and he said, “Oh descendant of Raghu, the Great! I am the tenth son of Varuna, the Water-god. I have never told a lie. I tell you on ... The Ramayana Epic Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:49:50 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-the-final-part-part-12-t614.htm#1257 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-the-final-part-part-12-t614.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-11-t561.htm Sarveswara THE RAMAYANA - Part 11 When Shatrughna saw Lav and Kush, he was moved with pity. He advised them, “Children! Shed your rage and return our horse. I shall be grateful to you.” Both the brothers asked him, “Your majesty! Who are you and where is your capital? Why are you roaming in the forests with your army? Why did you leave this horse and why was this declaration hung from its saddle?” Shatrughna told the twins all about the yajna and the horse. Hearing this, Lav said to him, ... The Ramayana Epic Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:10:42 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-11-t561.htm#1171 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-11-t561.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-10-t548.htm Sarveswara THE RAMAYANA - Part 10 Rama gave rich gifts to all the Vanaras when they were about to leave Ayodhya after his coronation. Everybody was ready to leave but seeing Hanuman hesitating, Sugreeva asked him, “Are you not going with us?” “My Lord! Would you permit me to stay here and serve Rama?” asked Hanuman with folded hands. “You pose to be more attached to Rama than anybody else. But can you prove that your devotion is true and sincere?” enquired Sugreeva. Hearing this, Hanuman ... The Ramayana Epic Mon, 11 Aug 2008 03:00:46 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-10-t548.htm#1134 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-10-t548.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-9-t541.htm Sarveswara THE RAMAYANA - Part 9 News of Meghanada’s fall in the battle-field incited Ravana’s rage to the maximum and he himself marched to the battle-field. The Vanara army was rejoicing at their success at the time. It was Vibhishana who gave th good news of Meghanada’s fall to Rama first of all. He told Rama, “Your brother Lakshmana has killed Meghanada.” When Ravana came to know that his brother Vibhishana was siding with Rama, his anger crossed all limits. So, he decided to make short ... The Ramayana Epic Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:24:39 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-9-t541.htm#1115 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-9-t541.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-8-t527.htm Sarveswara THE RAMAYANA - Part 8 Hanuman informed Rama of Sita’s plight and said, “My Lord! Sita wants that her honour can be kept up only if you yourself kill Ravana and rescue her.” “Hanuman! I shall march on Lanka and put Ravana to death without much delay.” Saying so, Ram sent for Sugreeva and asked him to start preparations for making war on Ravana. Hearing Ram’s words, Sugreeva at once summoned his general Neel and ordered him to get ready for the march along with the entire Vanara ... The Ramayana Epic Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:04:12 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-8-t527.htm#1074 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-8-t527.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-7-t516.htm Sarveswara RAMAYANA - PART 7 Hanuman was flying fast across the sea when suddenly a mountain peak emerged from the sea and stood as a barrier across his way. Hanuman got enraged and gave a fierce blow to the peak. As soon as he struck at the peak, a human face appeared out of it. Hanuman was a very astonished to see this face and said, “Who are you and why are you barring my way?” “I am Mount Mainak. Your father had helped me once, so I have now come to repay that help. You have still ... The Ramayana Epic Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:34:03 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-7-t516.htm#1042 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-7-t516.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-6-t484.htm Sarveswara Ramayana – Part 6 Rama and Lakshmana resumed their journey and after crossing the Pampa Lake, they came to Mount Rishyamook. All of a sudden, a Brahmana appeared before them and spoke in a very humble voice, “You look strangers in this region. Where do you hail from?” “Why do you want to know our identity, O Brahmana? After all what do you ain at?” retorted Lakshmana. “I do have a purpose in knowing your identity, O Warriors! A very noble and saintly Vanara, Sugreeva by name, ... The Ramayana Epic Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:22:42 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-6-t484.htm#977 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-6-t484.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-5-t470.htm Sarveswara RAMAYANA Childhood Episode - Part 5 Having left Chitrakoot, Rama reached the hermitage of Saint Atri along with Lakshmana and Sita. The saint and his wife Ansuya welcomed them warmly and entertained them as best as they could. Having stayed there for a few days, Ram asked for the Saint’s leave to go elsewhere. The saint said, “Ram! You are omniscient. How can I ask you to leave this place?” When Ram left Saint Atri’s hermitage, a number of hermits accompanied him. On the ... The Ramayana Epic Thu, 26 Jun 2008 13:27:54 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-5-t470.htm#947 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-5-t470.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-4-t447.htm Sarveswara RAMAYANA Childhood Episode - Part 4 Seeing the inhabitants of Ayodhya following him, Ram sad to then with folded hands, “I implore you all to return to Ayodhya and extend your fullest co-operation to Bharata, your new king. It will prove your real affection for me.” The people turned a deaf ear to what Ram had said. They kept following him at his heels. When they reached the bank of River Tamsa, darkness began to prevail. So, Sumant, the prime minister, stopped the chariot ... The Ramayana Epic Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:44:48 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-4-t447.htm#909 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-4-t447.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-3-t426.htm Sarveswara RAMAYANA Childhood Episode - Part 3 Ayodhya was profusely decorated with a view to welcoming all the new-weds-princes and their brides. Merriment and rejoicings went on for about a month. After a few days, Bharata’s maternal grandparents sent an invitation to Ayodhya and so Bharata and Shatrughna went to see them. One day King Dashrath, while wearing his crown before a mirror, chanced to see a few grey heir on his head near his ears. It plunged the king into deep thoughts ... The Ramayana Epic Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:35:49 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-3-t426.htm#865 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-3-t426.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-1-t393.htm Sarveswara The Ramayana is a guidebook, a sacred text, an inspiring scripture for every man in all lands, whatever his creed or condition might be. It imparts poise, balance, equanimity, inner strength and peace. Peace is the best treasure, without it power, authority, fame and fortune are all dry and burdensome. Thyagaraja has sung that there can be no happiness without inner peace. - Swami Introduction The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are two most important epics of ... The Ramayana Epic Wed, 28 May 2008 03:05:01 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-1-t393.htm#797 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-1-t393.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-2-t411.htm Admin RAMAYANA Childhood Episode - Part 2 At a short distance from the boundaries of Ayodya, there was a forest in which was situated sage Vishwamitra’s hermitage. There the sage used to perform Yajnas in the company of other ascetics and hermits. But the Rakshasas (the demons) had grown very powerful. Two of them, Marich and Subahu, used to disturb the sages be desecrating the alters. When the ascetics and sages could no more tolerate the undesirable intrusion by the Rakshasas, ... The Ramayana Epic Thu, 05 Jun 2008 03:04:49 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-2-t411.htm#834 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/the-ramayana-epic-f12/the-ramayana-part-2-t411.htm