Baal Kaanda
46 - Worship of Goddess Parvati by Sita, Her receiving blessing from the Goddess and a dialogue between Rama and Laksmana
Chaupais
Description
"The fourfold rewards of life (viz., religious merit, worldly riches, sensuous enjoyment and Liberation) are easily attainable through Your service, O bestower of boons, beloved of Siva (the Slayer of Tripura)! All who adore Your lotus feet, O Shining One, attain happiness, be they gods, men or sages. You know well my heart's longing since You ever dwell in the town of every heart. That is why I have refrained from openly declaring it." With these words Videha's Daughter clasped the feet of the image. Bhavani was overcome by Her meekness and devotion; the wreath on the image dropped and the idol smiled. Sita reverently placed the divine gift on Her head. Gauri's heart was filled with delight while She spoke, "Hear, Sita, my infallible blessing: Your heart's desire shall be accomplished. Narada's words are ever faultless and true; the suitor on whom Your heart is set shall, indeed, be Yours.