Uttar Kaanda
201 - Sri Rama's Coronation; Vedasí Alleluia; Lord Siva's Alleluia
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Description
A large number of kettledrums sounded in the heavens above; the Gandharvas and Kinnaras (the celestial musicians) sang and heavenly nymphs danced to the supreme delight of the gods and sages. Bharata, Laksmana and Satrughna with Vibhisana, Angada, Hanuman and the rest shone forth beside the Lord each holding severally the royal umbrella, chowrie, fan, bow, sword with shield and spear. With Laksmi (Sita) by His side the Jewel of the solar race shone forth with the beauty of a myriad Cupids. His exquisite form, possessing the hue of a fresh rain-cloud, clad in yellow robes, enchanted the soul of gods. A diadem, armlets and other marvellous ornaments adorned the various parts of His body; He had lotus-like eyes and a broad chest and long arms. Blessed indeed are those men who behold such a form.