| Ramayana |
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| Books By Rajaji |
LANKA IN FLAMES |
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monkey is no other than Yama," said some. "No, he must be the god Agni,"
said others. And they all fled from their burning houses. Recalling the insults he had suffered, Hanumaan was pleased when he saw the flames rise. He sat on the summit of the Trikoota hill and contemplated with satisfaction the red glow of the burning city. Then he went to the sea and, plunging in, put out the fire in his tail and came ashore. "Alas! Alas! What have I done?" he said with uncontrollable grief. "I have lost my senses in my rage. What is the use of strength and skill and all other gifts if one cannot control one's anger? Seeta too must have perished in this great conflagration I have raised. My angry deed has led to the utter ruin of my whole purpose. Alas, there is no fool, no sinner, like me on earth. My rage against the Raakshasas has ended in the death of Seeta. Here and now I must put an end to my life and to my shame!" |
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