Ayodhya Kaanda
79 - Sri Rama greets the Yamuna; love of the villagers
Chaupais
Description
In every village there was similar rejoicing at the sight of Sri Rama, who was a moon to the lily-like solar race. Those who could get some information as to the circumstances that had led to Sri Rama's banishment blamed the king and queen. Others said, "The king is too benevolent in that he has vouchsafed to us the reward of our eyes." Men and women talked among themselves in straight, loving and agreeable phrases. "Blessed are the parents who gave birth to these princes; and happy the town from which they hail. Happy is the land, hill, forest, village and every spot which they visit. Nay, the Creator must have felt happy in creating him who looks upon these princes as his near and dear ones." The delightful story as to how Sri Rama and Laksmana travelled in the woods was broadcast all along the route and throughout the forest.