Ayodhya Kaanda
81 - Sri Rama takes up His abode at Citrakuta; the services of the Kolas and Bhilas
Chaupais
Description
Gods, Nagas, Kinnaras and the guardians of the eight quarters flocked to Citrakuta on that occasion. Sri Rama made obeisance to them all and the gods were glad to obtain the reward of their eyes. Raining flowers the heavenly host exclaimed, "Lord, we feel secure today!" With great supplication they described their terrible woes, and returned joyfully to their several abodes. Hermits streamed in as they heard the news that Sri Rama (the Delighter of Raghus) had taken up His abode at Citrakuta. The moon of the solar race fell prostrate when He saw the holy company coming with a cheerful countenance. The hermits pressed Sri Rama (the Chief of Raghu's line) to their bosom and invoked their blessings on Him just in order to see them come true. As they gazed on the beauty of Sita, Laksmana (Sumitra's son) and Rama, they accounted all their spiritual practices fully rewarded.