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The importance of Ramayana in our life:
The Spirit of Ramayana energetically formed the components of Hinduism and its unique culture. Great Indian ideals and traditions are represented throughout Valmiki's epic saga. Even in today's day, core human ethics and values may be traced back to Ramayana.
The world is currently witnessing a time in which relationships are focused on materialism, individualism, and selfishness. This shift has begun to undermine even the most sacred institutions of society, particularly the family and parenting. People are spending more time and energy pursuing economic independence due to commercialization and other so-called development initiatives. We are on the verge of surrendering all of our principles and ethics in order to achieve huge profits in a short period of time. Unfortunately, we have lost sight of what actually matters to us - the bonds that used to define us between families and society.
To confront this growing intolerance and lack of social ethics, we require a solution that may turn our lives around and help us comprehend our roots. When looking for a simple template solution, the Ramayana is one of the best texts available to manhood. Ramayana is the only Grantha capable of sustaining the foundation of a family system. This is the only text in history where even the villains can teach you anything useful. This is not simply a story, but the age-old wisdom of this great epic has withstood the test of time and may provide solutions for every situation in our lives, even in today's environment.
The Ramayana contains many valuable life lessons:
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- Effect of Bad Association: Kaikeyi was renowned in Ayodhya to love Lord Rama more than his own son Bharath, so how could she turn evil? It's because of her horrible relationship with Mantara.
- Attachment to service rather than position: Lord Ram was willing to become king in order to serve Maharaj Dasarath, and He was also willing to go to the wilderness in order to serve His father.
- Family is very essential: Because Prince Rama was the eldest son of the King of Ayodhya's four sons, he was quickly crowned king. Otherwise, her adoring stepmother Kaikeyi was unduly motivated to obstruct Rama's ascension. However, Sri Rama did not suffer at the hands of anyone, including his stepmother. He kept his father's vow, which could have easily been broken. His father's honour became a master of his honour. This type of link, as well as the positive bond between families, can eventually lead to a full-circle process.
- Be cautious of the temptation: Ram, Sita, and Laxman led a peaceful existence in connection with nature throughout their exile. When Ravana, King of Lanka, arrived with his uncle Maritch, he requested to be disguised as a golden deer, but this changed everything. Sita was captivated by the golden deer and asked that Sri Rama capture her and become friends with her. Sri Rama pursued it, and soon after, a calamity occurred. The lesson here is to be grateful for what you have rather than chase a sudden temptation and enter an uncharted realm.
- Follow the guidelines and do not make arbitrary changes to the plan: When Sri Rama chased the golden stag beetle Maritch, he told Laxman to keep an eye on Sita's well-being. He cautioned him not to leave Sita alone for too long. However, Maritch and Ravana soon played opposing cards. According to the plan, the golden deer was the devil Maritch, uncle of Ravana, who cried "Save Laxmana" in Rama's voice. Sita and Laxman were both aware of this, but Laxman was hesitant to act. Sita sobbed and begged for her husband's life. Laxman left but was followed by Laxman Rekha, a kind of electrified line through which no one could reach her. Sita was instructed not to exceed this limit under any circumstances. Laxman went to find out what happened to Rama.
- Ramsbridge demonstrated even the smallest animals: The Sriram bridge was erected by monkeys with little human assistance. The squirrel is supposed to rush to dig a hole while covered in dust. She contributed two grams of labour to the Mammoth Bridge. Rama was taken with her and is reported to have touched her in a striped pattern.
- Respect the enemy as well: Rama was no longer hostile to Ravana because his death was approaching. The fight aided in the rescue of Sita, Rama's wife, who was kidnapped by Ravana. Ravana, despite his conciliatory approach, refused to accept it and went to battle. Rama regarded the opponent as another human being after death. He was respectfully laid to rest. Ram even requested Laxman to study national crafts and spirituality from Ravana as he was a great devotee of Lord Shiva.
- Bhakti (Sita) cannot be attained by deception: Ravana desired Sitadevi, but in the end, he receives Maya-Sita. Greed and lust are never satisfied; instead, they breed arrogance and envy.
- Maya is aware of our flaws: She has the ability to turn our strengths into weaknesses and to take us out of the circle of guidance of great souls. To disrespect Lakshmana, Ravana used Sitadevi's attitude of serving great souls.
- Arrogance can not recognize well-wishers: The world reflects our own consciousness. Ravana mistook Mandodari for being envious of Sita while, in fact, he was envious of Lord Rama. Ravana mistook Vibhisana for being unfaithful and siding with Lord Raam, although he was actually disloyal to his stepbrother, Kubera. When we believe we know everything, we are unable to listen to sound advice. Spiritual advancement entails simplicity and humility. If they are inadequate, we will not listen because we believe we know better, as Ravana did.
- Hearing about the Lord - Awakening suppressed love: Lord Ram, who is Paramatma (Supersoul) in everyone's heart, including Ravana's, could have slain him simply by turning off Ravana's heart. But the Lord and His pleasure power Sitadevi went through all of this so that we may hear about the Lord and reawaken our dormant love for Him.
- Counsel and advice in the fight against Illusion: In the fight against Illusion, devotees gather at each level to set us straight, without which we will fall. Lord Rama does not require the advice of Vibhishana, but he takes to set this example.
- With lamps, we greet the Lord in our hearts: That is the Diwali celebration. Lord Rama is greeted with lamps upon his return to Ayodhya. Diwali is more than simply physical fire; it is about filling our hearts with the light of the Lord's grace and the process of devotional worship. We can experience Lord Rama within ourselves when our hearts are fully enlightened. When our love awakens, compassion for all living beings awakens as well. Then Ramrajya is awakened both within and without the heart (i.e. out in the world).
Conclusion:
When we understand these timeless devotional principles that underpin the Ramayana stories, we no longer fall prey to the misconception that these stories are simply outdated historical tales or mythological ethical parables; instead, we recognise them as authentic and dramatic demonstrations of eternal spiritual and ethical principles. These principles have inspired enterprising individuals to the highest human attainment throughout history and that tempts us to the same supremacy today. That is the ultimate, unfading significance of the Ramayana.
Jay Siya Ram!!!
