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The
two opposite paths of Dharma
- (Apr. 19th2001)
Kumbakarna belongs to that category of warriors for whom
implicit obedience mattered more than anything else…
The
two opposite paths of Dharma II
- (Apr. 20th2001)
Kumbakarna criticises Ravana in the War Council openly. In fact
he was the first to speak against Ravana's misdeed…
The
two opposite paths of Dharma III
- (Apr. 21st2001)
We are able to see that Kumbakarna is not sure about a win
against Rama. This is something amazing that this rakshasa full
of pride speaks in this strain.
The
wake up and after
- (Apr. 22nd2001)
Kumbakarna was woken up with much difficulty. Ravana did not
expect that Kumbakarna would advise him to send Sita back.
Demon
or devotee? I
- (Apr. 23rd2001)
If one thinks a little deeper, it will be accepted that
scripture is scripture, whether it is quoted by Satan or Saint
and doesn't lose its validity…
Demon
or devotee? II
- (Apr. 24th2001)
Kumbakarna and Vibishana were pursuing two different and
diagonally opposite paths. But both were pursuing the path of
Dharma…
Why
did you come back?
- (Apr. 25th2001)
Kumbakarna was shocked to see Vibishana walking to him. He was
confused. 'Go back to Rama' he pleaded with him…
Why
should you join Rama?
- (Apr. 26th2001)
'Decide now,' Vibishana told Kumbakarna 'If you decide in favour
of joining Rama's side, you will save yourself, me, our
children…'
Why
won't I leave Ravana?
- (Apr. 27th2001)
This life is like a piece of art drawn on the floor, with water.
It would dry up soon. I cannot think of leaving Ravana for my
welfare with a desire for this life…
The
differing roles
- (Apr. 28th2001)
Kumbakarna was a soldier and Vibishana was an administrator.
They had separate, distinct and entirely different codes of
conduct…
Is
there a war after the leader is captured?
- (Apr. 29th2001)
Kumbakarna put the unconscious Sugriva under his armpit and
walked back towards the city of Lanka…
A
battle beyond compare I
- (Apr. 30th2001)
Kumbakarna's pride was slighted. He drew out his massive sword
and swung into the field with retribution raging his mind…
A
battle beyond compare II
- (May. 01st2001)
There is a Chinese saying, 'When an elephant falls in a pit and
is immobilised even a frog would aim a kick at it.'
The
last moments
- (May. 02nd2001)
Kumbakarna, after discharging his duties, plays a totally
different and unexpected role… that of a Bhakta of Sri Rama…
Duty
is the other name of Dharma
- (May. 03rd2001)
This depiction of Kumbakarna is unique to Kamba Ramayana and
differs to a great extent from that of Valmiki Ramayana.
In the following pages we present a study of various major and minor characters of the Ramayana as told by Valmiki and Kamban. This study attempts to go into the character sketch, analyse the different ways in which the two poets have constructed their drama with liberal direct quotations and interpretations. These pages are sure to delight the heart of the devotee as well as the litterateur. Click on a link below to access all the articles under each character. Happy reading!
Ramayana – a character study
By
Hari Krishnan
Epics Generalia
The epics and their
relevance - (Feb. 23rd 2001)
You must read the story as a human story, lived among human beings, by a human being, and, then, Oh, what rich treasures there are of wisdom in it!
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