The everlasting Ramayana

In Brahma Loka, the Ramayana was recited in 100 crore verses, however sage Narada condensed it into 100 verses because the Sankshepa Ramayanam, and narrated it to sage Valmiki. The upadesa (educating) of sage Narada to Valmiki was like a seed that grew inside him, inspiring deep reflection. Later, Brahma appeared and requested Valmiki to broaden upon the temporary model.

Kesava Vajapeya Swamy mentioned in a discourse that, initially, Valmiki hesitated and doubted his skill to put in writing the Ramayana as he knew nothing about it. However, Brahma blessed him, assuring that the occasions would seem earlier than him like scenes, enabling him to put in writing effortlessly. Brahma additionally instructed Valmiki that his Ramayana would comprise solely the reality, free from any falsehood, and would stay everlasting. Brahma declared that the Ramayana would endure so long as the world existed. Feeling deeply blessed, Valmiki joyfully started writing with inspiration flowing just like the river Ganga.

Poet Kalidasa in contrast Valmiki to an amazing ship crusing throughout the huge sea of the Ramayana, whereas he noticed himself as solely a small boat making an attempt to cross it.

After finishing the Ramayana, Valmiki questioned whom he may share it with. Then he met Rama’s sons, Kusa and Lava, who gave him nice pleasure. Valmiki introduced the kids to Rama’s court docket corridor to recite the Ramayana. Rama listened attentively and was extremely delighted. Kusa and Lava recited the Ramayana in Rama’s court docket for 32 days.

The Ramayana may be recited in varied methods, over a month, a fortnight, 9 days, per week, or from one Tamil star, Punarvasu, to the following. Reading or listening to the Ramayana is claimed to deliver peace, happiness, prosperity, unity within the household, and friendliness.