| Temples & Legends Of Maharashtra |
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wondered whether the old warrior had appeared to take up the old cudgels against the
Kshatriyas or whether be had any grievance against Dasharath or any of his sons. But
nobody wasted time in fruitless speculation. Vasishtha and the other priests and sages
hurried to welcome Parashurama and offered him the traditional puja. He accepted the
welcome but setting aside Dasharath, addressed himself to Ramachandra. Since the latter
had performed a deed impossible for any ordinary soul, had made ready and broken the bow
that was with King Janaka, Parashurama had brought another bow, which he should now try to
use. If he was successful in doing so, he was to face a duel with Parashurama and he could
assure Rama that the duel would be worthy of Rama’s prowess ! The old King,
Dasharath, was naturally disturbed at this offer and tried to talk Parashurama out of his
plan. But no, Rama had to put the string on the bow, which was prepared for and used by
Vishnu himself.
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