Ayodhya Kaanda
63 - Kaikeyi enters the sulking-chamber
Chaupais
Description
Delighted at the news a few of Sri Rama's boy-companions called on Him in a body; and sensible of their affection the Lord received them kindly, and politely enquired after their health and welfare. After receiving the permission of their beloved friend they returned home speaking highly of Him to one another. "Is there anyone in this world so amiable and constant in his affection as Rama? In whichever species we may be born from time to time as a result of our actions, may God grant us that Sita's spouse may be our lord and we his servants, and that this relation between us may continue till the end." Everyone in the city cherished the same desire; but there was intense agony in Kaikeyi's heart. Who is not ruined by evil company? Man loses his wit by following the counsel of vile men.