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The Ramayana
The Epic of Rama, Prince of India
Prambanan Style
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Source of the Stories
Storybooks based on a condensed English verse translation of the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana, by the scholar Romesh C. Dutt. The text chronicles the virtuous life of Prince Rama, beginning with his miraculous marriage to Sita after he successfully proves his strength by breaking a divine bow. The narrative shifts to the tragic intrigue of the royal court, where Queen Kaikeyi’s demands lead to Rama’s fourteen-year banishment and the subsequent death of King Dasa-ratha from a broken heart. Throughout the journey, the sources emphasize the unwavering loyalty of Sita and Lakshman, who follow Rama into the wilderness of the Dandak forest. The provided sections also highlight the moral conflict faced by Rama’s brother, Bharat, who seeks out the exiled prince to beg for his return to the throne of Ayodhya. The work serves as a spiritual and cultural revelation, illustrating the timeless ideals of duty, honor, and sacrifice inherent in Indian tradition, that were so influential not only in India, but throughout SE Asia.
IV. The Meeting of the Princes
V. On the Banks of the Godavari
XI. Rama’s Return and Consecration
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