Baal Kaanda
42 - Entry of Visvamitra with Rama and Laksmana into the precincts of Mithila
Chaupais
Description
Placing his head on the sage's feet the king made obeisance to him; while the lord of the sages, Visvamitra, gladly gave him his blessing. The king then respectfully saluted the Brahmanas and congratulated himself on his good fortune (in being able to receive them). Inquiring again and again about his welfare, Visvamitra led the king to a seat. At that very time arrived the two half-brothers, who had gone to see the garden. One dark and the other fair, the two lads were yet tender of age. The delight of all eyes, they stole the heart of the whole world. All those present there rose when the Lord of Raghus came; and Visvamitra seated Him by his side. They were all delighted to see the two brothers: tears rushed to their eyes and the hair on their body bristled with joy. Beholding Sri Rama's lovely and charming form, King Videha* (Janaka) was particularly beside himself with joy.