Rama, riding the chariot, flies to Kishkindha and then to Bharadwaja's hermitage.
Hanuman tells Bharata that Rama is returning.
After much gift giving, Sugriva and Vibhishana return back to where they came from.
Sita becomes pregnant. Rama begins to hear others talking about how he took Sita back after she had been with Ravana.
Eventually, Rama decides that Sita must be abandoned to the Ganges.
Narada- Hindu's most traveled sage
The book briefly discusses Sumantra
This gave good insight into his past and even noted on Dasharatha.
Sumantra believes Sita's fate is a result of karma.
Sita gives birth to Kusha and Lava in Valmiki's hermitage.
Rama puts on a festival in the Naimisha forest.
Kusha and Lava are learning the Ramayana song.
I found this to be interesting because they do not yet know that Rama is their father.
Sita wants to prove her innocence to Rama. She does so by asking her mother the Earth for help.
Kala- time
Durvasa- hermit
Lakshmana dies after interrupting Kala and Rama.
The ending really stood out to me in this story.
Rama jumps into the Sarayu river to meet his end, along with his followers.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Monday, September 29, 2014
Reading Diary A: Ravana's Defeat - Week 7
Malyavan met Shiva, who had rescued Malyavan's father as a baby.
Sukesa- Malyavan's father
Lightening Tuunge and Thunder Tooth (demon magicians) are killed by Hanuman and Sugriva.
Ravana's experiences continuous failed attempts are defeating Rama from afar. It is finally time for Ravana to face Rama in person.
Ravana tries to disguise himself as Indra - which I found to be cowardly. Rama eventually kills Ravana.
Hanuman tells Sita that Rama defeated Ravana.
Vibhishana is made king of Lanka.
I liked this part of the story, I thought Vibhishana deserved the throne. Especially after he proved his loyalty to Rama.
Agni - the fire god
Sita's innocence is tested when she is asked to step into the fire.
I do not like how Rama felt the need to test Sita's loyalty after she has proved it to him throughout his exile.
It is now time for Rama's exile to come to an end. He is preparing to head back.
Vibhishana gives Rama Pushpaka (a chariot.)
Vibhishana, Hanuman, and Jambavan attend Rama's coronation.
Sukesa- Malyavan's father
Lightening Tuunge and Thunder Tooth (demon magicians) are killed by Hanuman and Sugriva.
Ravana's experiences continuous failed attempts are defeating Rama from afar. It is finally time for Ravana to face Rama in person.
Ravana tries to disguise himself as Indra - which I found to be cowardly. Rama eventually kills Ravana.
Hanuman tells Sita that Rama defeated Ravana.
Vibhishana is made king of Lanka.
I liked this part of the story, I thought Vibhishana deserved the throne. Especially after he proved his loyalty to Rama.
Agni - the fire god
Sita's innocence is tested when she is asked to step into the fire.
I do not like how Rama felt the need to test Sita's loyalty after she has proved it to him throughout his exile.
It is now time for Rama's exile to come to an end. He is preparing to head back.
Vibhishana gives Rama Pushpaka (a chariot.)
Vibhishana, Hanuman, and Jambavan attend Rama's coronation.
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Famous Last Words - Week 6
So far this week is going to pretty good, it went by fast. I had a test on Tuesday, I haven't gotten my grade back yet but I feel good about it. I got all the stress out of the way at the beginning of the week so that's nice.
My friend from home is coming to visit me this weekend and i'm excited about that. Next weekend i'm going home for the first time since school began so that's exciting too!
Yesterday I went to the dog park. I have to say, it;s a little more for me than my dog. I get to sit back and relax on a bench while he burns all his energy off all in about 45 minutes. I'm pretty sure the dog park is his favorite thing in the world. I could probably leave him there and he wouldn't even notice. He loves to swim. It was hot yesterday so it was a good day for it. He swam for over an hour. Needless to say, he slept good last night; which is good for his mom.
This class is going good, i'm excited about my storybook. I am a week off but it gives me more time so that's okay. I have been thinking a lot about my storybook; it's been fun to do. I really like this assignment because we get to base to story off a topic but get to add out own ideas to the story liens and our own personalities to the characters. I also really enjoy reading everyone else's. I liked reading Taylor's storybook the most. She wrote about Rama and Sits. Her story was very creative ad intriguing.
Iv'e said it before but this class has been very different from I expected. Its given us way more room for creativity and self-expression than any class I've taken before. I've gotten the chance to experiment with my writing and I definitely think it's improved since I've started the class.
That's all for this week!
Till next time....
My friend from home is coming to visit me this weekend and i'm excited about that. Next weekend i'm going home for the first time since school began so that's exciting too!
Yesterday I went to the dog park. I have to say, it;s a little more for me than my dog. I get to sit back and relax on a bench while he burns all his energy off all in about 45 minutes. I'm pretty sure the dog park is his favorite thing in the world. I could probably leave him there and he wouldn't even notice. He loves to swim. It was hot yesterday so it was a good day for it. He swam for over an hour. Needless to say, he slept good last night; which is good for his mom.
This is Bentley (left) at the dog park yesterday along with the link to the park's website incase anyone wants to go!
This class is going good, i'm excited about my storybook. I am a week off but it gives me more time so that's okay. I have been thinking a lot about my storybook; it's been fun to do. I really like this assignment because we get to base to story off a topic but get to add out own ideas to the story liens and our own personalities to the characters. I also really enjoy reading everyone else's. I liked reading Taylor's storybook the most. She wrote about Rama and Sits. Her story was very creative ad intriguing.
Iv'e said it before but this class has been very different from I expected. Its given us way more room for creativity and self-expression than any class I've taken before. I've gotten the chance to experiment with my writing and I definitely think it's improved since I've started the class.
That's all for this week!
Till next time....
OU Email Tech Tip
This week I learned how to create a new folder in my OU email. This is really going to come in handy as far as keeping my emails organized. There have been too many times when I have to go back and search for a single email in the thousands of emails in my inbox. It's like finding a needle in a haystack.
It's easy to skip over an email when you have a lot to read at once. That has happened one too many times.
I could create a folder for each class. Therefore, I would be able to see emails from each class separately. If I put each email in a folder as I received them, it would ensure that I never skip over or lose one!
I will definitely be using this tech tip in the future!
It's easy to skip over an email when you have a lot to read at once. That has happened one too many times.
I could create a folder for each class. Therefore, I would be able to see emails from each class separately. If I put each email in a folder as I received them, it would ensure that I never skip over or lose one!
I will definitely be using this tech tip in the future!
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Storytelling: The Theater Club - Week 6
We had been good friends since birth; and I thought we would be forever. Even going into high school, we were close as ever. We hung out with the same group of friends and played on the same sports team.
However, as we got older, things began to change.
He began hanging around with a rough crowd. At first, I hung out with them often but I couldn't say I liked them. They spent their free time drinking and making fun of people who weren't in their group.
Our friendship faded with time. Although we still saw each other, we were not as close as we had once been.
After awhile, I began hanging out with people I had met in the theater club I joined.
The theater group...they were not the coolest people in the school but they were kind, and they were good friends to me.
He always gave me a hard time for hanging out with them. I chose to ignore it. It was my life and I was going to do what I wanted with it. His opinion didn't matter like it used to.
Don't get me wrong, I did still care for him. We had been friends for so long and the memories still stood where the friendship didn't.
One afternoon, I went to his house. Unexpectedly, all his free-loading friends were there. I sat quietly in the corner listening to them talk about the next party they're going to and who they picked on that day.
They then began talking about the theater club, as if I weren't in the room.
They went on and on about a prank they were planning to play on those "losers." They were all going to show up at the upcoming play and throw eggs at the actors during the performance. How creative of them....I know.
I don't know if he thought my loyalty was only with him, or if he genuinely forgot I was in the room, but he made no acknowledgment towards the fact that I was IN the theater club.
I thought long and hard before deciding that the right thing to do was to warn my true friends. I left, basically without anyone noticing, and drove quickly over to the theater. I warned them all of the upcoming prank and they came up with a plan of their own.
They would beat the bullies to the punch.
The night of the play came and everyone was ready. The bullies sat in the front row, eggs in hand.
Mid-show came and right when they were about to throw the eggs, the theater club runs around on stage, pounding the front row with eggs!
The person who was once my best friend, then become my enemy. I had betrayed him and there was no going back; but I was okay with that.
I had made the right choice.
However, as we got older, things began to change.
He began hanging around with a rough crowd. At first, I hung out with them often but I couldn't say I liked them. They spent their free time drinking and making fun of people who weren't in their group.
Our friendship faded with time. Although we still saw each other, we were not as close as we had once been.
After awhile, I began hanging out with people I had met in the theater club I joined.
He always gave me a hard time for hanging out with them. I chose to ignore it. It was my life and I was going to do what I wanted with it. His opinion didn't matter like it used to.
Don't get me wrong, I did still care for him. We had been friends for so long and the memories still stood where the friendship didn't.
One afternoon, I went to his house. Unexpectedly, all his free-loading friends were there. I sat quietly in the corner listening to them talk about the next party they're going to and who they picked on that day.
They then began talking about the theater club, as if I weren't in the room.
They went on and on about a prank they were planning to play on those "losers." They were all going to show up at the upcoming play and throw eggs at the actors during the performance. How creative of them....I know.
I don't know if he thought my loyalty was only with him, or if he genuinely forgot I was in the room, but he made no acknowledgment towards the fact that I was IN the theater club.
I thought long and hard before deciding that the right thing to do was to warn my true friends. I left, basically without anyone noticing, and drove quickly over to the theater. I warned them all of the upcoming prank and they came up with a plan of their own.
They would beat the bullies to the punch.
The night of the play came and everyone was ready. The bullies sat in the front row, eggs in hand.
Mid-show came and right when they were about to throw the eggs, the theater club runs around on stage, pounding the front row with eggs!
The person who was once my best friend, then become my enemy. I had betrayed him and there was no going back; but I was okay with that.
I had made the right choice.
Photo: Google Images
Authors Note:
I decide to do my story based on Vibhishana's betrayal of Indrajit. However I decided to change it to modern time and make it about kids in high school. This would be from the point of view of Vibhishana and he is talking about Indrajit.
Buck, William (1976). Ramayana: King Rama's Way.
Reading Diary B: Attacking Lanka - Week 6
Once Rama learns of Sita's safety and loyalty, he and he allies head towards Lanka.
Samudra- water king
They cross the ocean using floating rocks.
Vibhishana, Ravana's brother, tries to convince Ravana to return Suta. However, Ravana refuses.
Vibhishana decides to retreat with Rama. Rama accepts him. Vibhishana agrees to help but says he will not fight.
Shuka- Ravana's minister- a hawk
Angada- Sugriva's nephew
Shuka spies on Rama and goes to tell Ravana what is happening. Ravana sends two demons to spy on Rama and his allies.
I am surprised that Rama and his allies let Ravana know what is going to happen, it seems like they would have the upper-hand if they didn't.
Vibhishana captues the spies and brings them to Rama.
Lightening-Tounge and Thunder-Tooth - Ravana's magician
Ravan tries to fool Sita by showing her Rama's head on a stake.She falls for it.
That is, until Prahasta comes in and announces Rama's arrival.
Trijata, the nice rakshasi, agrees to keep Sita in the know.
Phahasta is killed trying to fight Rama and his army at night.
Ravana decides to bring his brother Kumbhakarna in who tries to convince Ravana to give Sita back.
Again, he refuses.
Kumbhakarna is defeated when he agrees to fight Rama. Rama cuts his head off.
Now Indrajit goes to fight Rama's army. He kills Sugriva, Angada, Nala, Rama, and Lakshmana.
This was surprising.
Luckily, medicinal herbs are able to bring back Rama and everyone else.
I found it very honorable that everyone had a chance to leave at this point, yet everyone stayed by Rama's side.
Trijata, aware of the news of Rama's death, does not believe it and assures Sita it cannot be true.
Sita acknowledges that it is Hanuman's love for Rama that keeps them going.
Dharma- behaviors associated with what is right.
Indrajit agrees to help his father again. He tries to trick them by killing an illusion of Sita in front of Hanuman.
Indrajit challenges Lakshmana and eventually Indrajit is defeated.
Ravana learns of his son's death and (finally) decides it is his turn to fight.
I found it interesting that Ravana sent everyone before him whereas Rama was always there with his army ready to fight.
Samudra- water king
They cross the ocean using floating rocks.
Vibhishana, Ravana's brother, tries to convince Ravana to return Suta. However, Ravana refuses.
Vibhishana decides to retreat with Rama. Rama accepts him. Vibhishana agrees to help but says he will not fight.
Shuka- Ravana's minister- a hawk
Angada- Sugriva's nephew
Shuka spies on Rama and goes to tell Ravana what is happening. Ravana sends two demons to spy on Rama and his allies.
I am surprised that Rama and his allies let Ravana know what is going to happen, it seems like they would have the upper-hand if they didn't.
Vibhishana captues the spies and brings them to Rama.
Lightening-Tounge and Thunder-Tooth - Ravana's magician
Ravan tries to fool Sita by showing her Rama's head on a stake.She falls for it.
That is, until Prahasta comes in and announces Rama's arrival.
Trijata, the nice rakshasi, agrees to keep Sita in the know.
Phahasta is killed trying to fight Rama and his army at night.
Ravana decides to bring his brother Kumbhakarna in who tries to convince Ravana to give Sita back.
Again, he refuses.
Kumbhakarna is defeated when he agrees to fight Rama. Rama cuts his head off.
Now Indrajit goes to fight Rama's army. He kills Sugriva, Angada, Nala, Rama, and Lakshmana.
This was surprising.
Luckily, medicinal herbs are able to bring back Rama and everyone else.
I found it very honorable that everyone had a chance to leave at this point, yet everyone stayed by Rama's side.
Trijata, aware of the news of Rama's death, does not believe it and assures Sita it cannot be true.
Sita acknowledges that it is Hanuman's love for Rama that keeps them going.
Dharma- behaviors associated with what is right.
Indrajit agrees to help his father again. He tries to trick them by killing an illusion of Sita in front of Hanuman.
Indrajit challenges Lakshmana and eventually Indrajit is defeated.
Ravana learns of his son's death and (finally) decides it is his turn to fight.
I found it interesting that Ravana sent everyone before him whereas Rama was always there with his army ready to fight.
Reading Diary A: Hanuman goes to Lanka - Week 6
Sampati- Jatayu's brother
Sampati is sad about his brother's death and reveals he saw Ravana with Sita flying to Lanka.
It is decided that Hanuman must be the one to step over the sea to Lanka.
Hanuman rests on the mountain Mainaka.
I like this part because everyone is stepping up to help Rama find Sita.
Hanuman nears Lanka and is swallowed by the rakshasi - which is a female rakshasa - Sinhika.
However Hanuman defeats her.
He reaches Lanka in the form of a cat. He searches for Sita but cannot find her until Vayu (his father - the god of wind) leads him in the right direction.
Meanwhile, Ravana tries to seduce Sita but fails.
I thought back to when Sita is told that Ravana cannot rape her because he is cursed, his head will explode if he rapes another women.
Hanuman finds Sita, who at first thinks he is an allusion.
He gives her Rama's ring and tells her about the alliance between the bears and the monkeys.
Before leaving Lanka, Hanuman creates chaos in Lanka.
Prahasta- Ravana's general
Jambumali- Prahasta's son
Indrajit- Ravana's son
Vibhishana- Ravana's brother
Hanuman is caught by Indrajit but he breaks free and sets Lanka on fire.
Sita knows at this point that Rama is coming to save her.
The monkeys and the bears pass through the Honey Park with the news of Sita's safety, they are drunk on honey wine.
Hanuman tells Rama that he found Sita and that she remind faithful to him, he encourages him to go defeat Ravana and save Sita.
Sampati is sad about his brother's death and reveals he saw Ravana with Sita flying to Lanka.
It is decided that Hanuman must be the one to step over the sea to Lanka.
Hanuman rests on the mountain Mainaka.
I like this part because everyone is stepping up to help Rama find Sita.
Hanuman nears Lanka and is swallowed by the rakshasi - which is a female rakshasa - Sinhika.
However Hanuman defeats her.
He reaches Lanka in the form of a cat. He searches for Sita but cannot find her until Vayu (his father - the god of wind) leads him in the right direction.
Meanwhile, Ravana tries to seduce Sita but fails.
I thought back to when Sita is told that Ravana cannot rape her because he is cursed, his head will explode if he rapes another women.
Hanuman finds Sita, who at first thinks he is an allusion.
He gives her Rama's ring and tells her about the alliance between the bears and the monkeys.
Before leaving Lanka, Hanuman creates chaos in Lanka.
Prahasta- Ravana's general
Jambumali- Prahasta's son
Indrajit- Ravana's son
Vibhishana- Ravana's brother
Hanuman is caught by Indrajit but he breaks free and sets Lanka on fire.
Sita knows at this point that Rama is coming to save her.
The monkeys and the bears pass through the Honey Park with the news of Sita's safety, they are drunk on honey wine.
Hanuman tells Rama that he found Sita and that she remind faithful to him, he encourages him to go defeat Ravana and save Sita.
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Famous Last Words - Week 5
This week has gone very fast, and it has been very busy to say the least. I had my first test this week. It was hard but it was not as bad as I expected; I have yet to get my grade back. I have a test next week and the week after that also so I assume the next few weeks are going to be a little hectic, but I wouldn't want it any other way. I enjoy being busy. I am that kind of person who always has to be doing something, I don't relax well.
This class has bee going retry well, I got some good comments back on my last storytelling post so that was pleasing. My storybook is coming together and I think I have narrowed it down to exactly what I want to do with it.
This class has been more work than my other classes, which I did not expect. However, I do like how the schedule is exact the same every week, it make it easy to keep up and avoid confusion. Plus, you can work ahead which is always good.
I am making my boyfriend take me to the state fair this weekend, so I am excited about that. The main reason I want to go is for the food - I mean come on.
Aside from that, who doesn't love a little people watching.
I might go stay with my friend in OKC also, so that would be fun. My best friend just moved to nursing school and I haven't seen her since school began. I used to live with her so it's been weird to go from seeing her everyday to never seeing her at all. However, we do talk a lot.
That's all for this week!
Till next time....
This class has bee going retry well, I got some good comments back on my last storytelling post so that was pleasing. My storybook is coming together and I think I have narrowed it down to exactly what I want to do with it.
This class has been more work than my other classes, which I did not expect. However, I do like how the schedule is exact the same every week, it make it easy to keep up and avoid confusion. Plus, you can work ahead which is always good.
I am making my boyfriend take me to the state fair this weekend, so I am excited about that. The main reason I want to go is for the food - I mean come on.
Aside from that, who doesn't love a little people watching.
I might go stay with my friend in OKC also, so that would be fun. My best friend just moved to nursing school and I haven't seen her since school began. I used to live with her so it's been weird to go from seeing her everyday to never seeing her at all. However, we do talk a lot.
That's all for this week!
Till next time....
Personal photo: 2014
This is me (left) and my best friend Katy (right) who I talked about above.
Collage Tech Tip
This week I learned how to make a collage on PicMonkey. It's actually a very cool website, I had never heard of it before. Above is the collage I made for my Storybook coverage. I used Sepia to edit the photo colors so they all matched, then I rounded the photo edges. The site is so easy to use. I will definitely be using it again in the future!
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Storytelling: The Soccer Game - Week 5
Eric and Brad used to be best friend, they had grown up together and always hung out with the same group of friends. Both of the boys played soccer and Brad was the team captain. Eric always wished he was the team captain but wouldn't dare stand up to his best friend.
It was junior year when Eric and Brad had a falling out. Brad found out that Eric had made a select team that he didn't make. Brad was so jealous and upset that he kicked Eric off of the soccer team in revenge. Not only that, but Brad said Eric was never even aloud to come near the soccer field again!
With nowhere to go, Eric decided to accept his defeat and focus on his studies. He began tutoring a girl named Lacey. However, he never got over being cut from the soccer team.
One day Ryan, the captain of the football team, the class president, and also the most popular guy in school, came to Eric and said,
"I heard you are tutoring Lacey, I want you to convince her to go out with me."
After discussion, Eric agreed to help Ryan if Ryan agreed to help him get back on the soccer team first.
He agreed and the plan was set in motion.
Ryan advised that Eric challenge Brad to a soccer match- the winner gets to be on the soccer team.
Brad was not one to turn down a challenge and was very confident he was better than Eric.
They picked their teams and the gam began.
Brad had a quick lead but Eric had a secret weapon - Ryan used to play soccer.
It was the last twenty minutes of the game and Ryan came in. Eric passed him the ball and Ryan maneuvered it around Brad. He shoots, he scores!
Eric and Ryan had won the match. Brad was off the team and Eric was made team captain. Eric was overjoyed. Brad was devastated but accepted his fate.
Now it was Ryan's turn.
Authors note:
I decided to do my story based on Vali and Sugriva and their final battle that ends with Vali's death and Sugriva getting the crown.
Eric is Sugriva, Brad is Vali, and Ryan is Rama.
Buck, William (1976). Ramayana: King Rama's Way.
It was junior year when Eric and Brad had a falling out. Brad found out that Eric had made a select team that he didn't make. Brad was so jealous and upset that he kicked Eric off of the soccer team in revenge. Not only that, but Brad said Eric was never even aloud to come near the soccer field again!
With nowhere to go, Eric decided to accept his defeat and focus on his studies. He began tutoring a girl named Lacey. However, he never got over being cut from the soccer team.
One day Ryan, the captain of the football team, the class president, and also the most popular guy in school, came to Eric and said,
"I heard you are tutoring Lacey, I want you to convince her to go out with me."
After discussion, Eric agreed to help Ryan if Ryan agreed to help him get back on the soccer team first.
He agreed and the plan was set in motion.
Ryan advised that Eric challenge Brad to a soccer match- the winner gets to be on the soccer team.
Brad was not one to turn down a challenge and was very confident he was better than Eric.
They picked their teams and the gam began.
Brad had a quick lead but Eric had a secret weapon - Ryan used to play soccer.
It was the last twenty minutes of the game and Ryan came in. Eric passed him the ball and Ryan maneuvered it around Brad. He shoots, he scores!
Eric and Ryan had won the match. Brad was off the team and Eric was made team captain. Eric was overjoyed. Brad was devastated but accepted his fate.
Now it was Ryan's turn.
Photo: Google Images
(Since they are monkeys in the actual book. And they play soccer in my story.)
Authors note:
I decided to do my story based on Vali and Sugriva and their final battle that ends with Vali's death and Sugriva getting the crown.
Eric is Sugriva, Brad is Vali, and Ryan is Rama.
Buck, William (1976). Ramayana: King Rama's Way.
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Reading Diary B: The Search for Sita - Week 5
Ravana has decide he wants Sita.
Against Maricha's advise, Ravana devises a plan. He convinces Maricha to help him. Maricha appears as a golden deer and gets Rama to chase him. Rama kills the deer and Maricha calls out in Rama's voice before he dies. Lakshmana goes to find Rama, leaving Sita alone.
Once they are both gone, Ravana appears to capture Sita.
This is the part of the story that I enjoyed the most.
Jatayu ( the bird) tries to stop Ravana but is killed in doing so.
Sita drops her jewelry on the ground in the hope someone will find it.
Sita is taken to Lanka.
Indra- leader of the demigods
Indra explains that Ravana cannot rape Sita because he has a curse on him that would make his heads explode.
It was interesting to read more about Ravana and his past in this version of the story (than the other version.) It gives a different perspective.
Rama and Lakshmana learn of Sita's abduction. They arrive at Matanga's hermitage and find Savari who saw Ravana taking Sita away. She tells them where to find Sugriva (monkey.)
Riksharaja- the first monkey
Vali and Sugriva- Riksharaja's children
Vali's father- Indra
Sugriva's father- Surya (the sun god)
Vayu- wind god
Hanuman- Vayu's son
Hanuman has eternal life
Vali killed the buffalo demon, Dundhuvi, whose son (Mayavi) then wanted revenge for his death.
Vali chased Mayavi into a cave and Sugriva assumed Vali was dead and sealed the cave.
Vali was furious and exiled Sugriva.
Rama and Lakshmana visit Sugriva. With their help, Sugriva challenges Vali to a battle. Rama ends up killing Vali.
Sugriva, now king, promises to help Rama find Sita.
Angada, Hanuman, and Jambavan head out to look for Sita.
A month passes and they do not find her.
Against Maricha's advise, Ravana devises a plan. He convinces Maricha to help him. Maricha appears as a golden deer and gets Rama to chase him. Rama kills the deer and Maricha calls out in Rama's voice before he dies. Lakshmana goes to find Rama, leaving Sita alone.
Once they are both gone, Ravana appears to capture Sita.
This is the part of the story that I enjoyed the most.
Jatayu ( the bird) tries to stop Ravana but is killed in doing so.
Sita drops her jewelry on the ground in the hope someone will find it.
Sita is taken to Lanka.
Indra- leader of the demigods
Indra explains that Ravana cannot rape Sita because he has a curse on him that would make his heads explode.
It was interesting to read more about Ravana and his past in this version of the story (than the other version.) It gives a different perspective.
Rama and Lakshmana learn of Sita's abduction. They arrive at Matanga's hermitage and find Savari who saw Ravana taking Sita away. She tells them where to find Sugriva (monkey.)
Riksharaja- the first monkey
Vali and Sugriva- Riksharaja's children
Vali's father- Indra
Sugriva's father- Surya (the sun god)
Vayu- wind god
Hanuman- Vayu's son
Hanuman has eternal life
Vali killed the buffalo demon, Dundhuvi, whose son (Mayavi) then wanted revenge for his death.
Vali chased Mayavi into a cave and Sugriva assumed Vali was dead and sealed the cave.
Vali was furious and exiled Sugriva.
Rama and Lakshmana visit Sugriva. With their help, Sugriva challenges Vali to a battle. Rama ends up killing Vali.
Sugriva, now king, promises to help Rama find Sita.
Angada, Hanuman, and Jambavan head out to look for Sita.
A month passes and they do not find her.
Reading Diary A: Exile continues - Week 5
Kausalya find Dasaratha dead.
Bharata returns and learns what has happened and what his mother has done.
He shows some selflessness when he is concerned for Rama and doesn't immediately agree with his Kaikeyi.
Dasaratha is cremated and thrown into the Sarayu river.
Bharata goes to look for Rama. I found this surprising but very admirable. Bharata travels through the forest and finally Bharadwaja (Hindu sage) points them towards Rama.
Rama learns about Dasratha's death but refuses to return. I found this surprising.
Bharata agrees to rule but only while Rama is gone.
Lakshmana, Sita, and rama visit the hermitage of Atri.
Anasuya- Atri's wife.
Atri tells Rama the story of Mandakarni and the Apsarases when Rama asks where the music is coming from in the forest.
It is the last summer of Rama's exile. They come across Agastya's hermitage.
Agastya warns Rama about the Dandaka forest, where Ravana is the leader.
The Valakhilyas asks Rama to go to war with the demons.
Rama explains the story of the Valakhilyas.
Kashyapa- Hindu sgae
Kadru and Vinata- Kashyapa's wives
Aruna and Garuda- Vinata's children
Tumburu, disguised as Viradha, captures Sita.
Tumburu was cursed as a demon and Rama had to end his demon life for him to be free.
Lakshmana builds a house at Panchavati.
Shurpanakha - Ravana's sister
She proposes to Rama but he denies her. She attacks Sita in anger. Lakshmana defeats her but the demon army plans an attack on Rama in revenge.
I think it is important to note Sita and Lakshmana's continuing devotion to Rama in this part, even after all they are going through.
Lakshmana and Rama defeat the demon army.
Shurpanakha goes back and tells Ravana that Sita is more beautiful than any of his wives. He decides he must have her.
Bharata returns and learns what has happened and what his mother has done.
He shows some selflessness when he is concerned for Rama and doesn't immediately agree with his Kaikeyi.
Dasaratha is cremated and thrown into the Sarayu river.
Bharata goes to look for Rama. I found this surprising but very admirable. Bharata travels through the forest and finally Bharadwaja (Hindu sage) points them towards Rama.
Rama learns about Dasratha's death but refuses to return. I found this surprising.
Bharata agrees to rule but only while Rama is gone.
Lakshmana, Sita, and rama visit the hermitage of Atri.
Anasuya- Atri's wife.
Atri tells Rama the story of Mandakarni and the Apsarases when Rama asks where the music is coming from in the forest.
It is the last summer of Rama's exile. They come across Agastya's hermitage.
Agastya warns Rama about the Dandaka forest, where Ravana is the leader.
The Valakhilyas asks Rama to go to war with the demons.
Rama explains the story of the Valakhilyas.
Kashyapa- Hindu sgae
Kadru and Vinata- Kashyapa's wives
Aruna and Garuda- Vinata's children
Tumburu, disguised as Viradha, captures Sita.
Tumburu was cursed as a demon and Rama had to end his demon life for him to be free.
Lakshmana builds a house at Panchavati.
Shurpanakha - Ravana's sister
She proposes to Rama but he denies her. She attacks Sita in anger. Lakshmana defeats her but the demon army plans an attack on Rama in revenge.
I think it is important to note Sita and Lakshmana's continuing devotion to Rama in this part, even after all they are going through.
Lakshmana and Rama defeat the demon army.
Shurpanakha goes back and tells Ravana that Sita is more beautiful than any of his wives. He decides he must have her.
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Google Timer Tech Tip
For this week's tech tip, I learned how to use the Google timer! I had no idea this even existed but this is really going to come in handy.
I'm sure I could speak for every college student when I say it is so easy to get on the computer, go to some random website, and completely lose track of time. I could start by doing homework, click on link, and end up watching YouTube videos of elephants 2 hours later. It happens too often.
I don't usually keep track of how long i'm on the computer unless I have somewhere to be at a certain time. I am usually good with time, but when you have more time than you need, it becomes easy to waste it.
When I am trying to track my time, I usually use the timer on my phone. Aside from that, I know that four songs on my iPod usually adds up to almost 15 minutes. After four songs, I can tell how much time has passed.
I will definitely be using the Google timer in the future, especially when doing homework. It is very convenient!
I'm sure I could speak for every college student when I say it is so easy to get on the computer, go to some random website, and completely lose track of time. I could start by doing homework, click on link, and end up watching YouTube videos of elephants 2 hours later. It happens too often.
I don't usually keep track of how long i'm on the computer unless I have somewhere to be at a certain time. I am usually good with time, but when you have more time than you need, it becomes easy to waste it.
When I am trying to track my time, I usually use the timer on my phone. Aside from that, I know that four songs on my iPod usually adds up to almost 15 minutes. After four songs, I can tell how much time has passed.
I will definitely be using the Google timer in the future, especially when doing homework. It is very convenient!
Famous Last Words- Week 4
It's only week four but it feels a little more like week fourteen. The workload is beginning to pile on and the beginning of school jitters is starting to wear off. My first test is coming up and I am starting to get little nervous. I mentioned this in my last "famous last words" post but i'm a week closer now than I was back then. Its safe to say I am one of those people who doesn't test well. I do fine throughout the day-to-day work but I always seem to blank under pressure. It may be that I psych myself out, it may be that I am not studying right. Three years in college later and it hasn't changed.
Since it is my senior year in college, I am finally down to just taking classes that apply to my major (for the most part.) This is nice because I have classes with basically the same people; it is easy to get to know people which comes in handy when you need someone to study with or you are confused about a homework assignment.
I thought my writing this week was okay, not the best iv'e done so far. I have been busy this week so I didn't put the same amount of focus into it as a usually do. I also realized a lot of problems with my Storybook post from last week that I didn't realize while writing it, so that was somewhat disappointing. It is helpful though to have classmates comment on my posts, especially when it is criticism. For the most part, it brings things in my writing to my attention that I may have not noticed before.
I also got a little confused with this schedule for a while in there but I think I have it figured out now.
The first "official day of fall" is coming up and it is definitely starting to feel like it. Fall is without a doubt my favorite season. I love wearing sweaters, I love putting sweaters on my dog, and I love the colors fall brings. Aside from that, it's a good excuse to eat more pumpkin bread than I should.
Since it is my senior year in college, I am finally down to just taking classes that apply to my major (for the most part.) This is nice because I have classes with basically the same people; it is easy to get to know people which comes in handy when you need someone to study with or you are confused about a homework assignment.
I thought my writing this week was okay, not the best iv'e done so far. I have been busy this week so I didn't put the same amount of focus into it as a usually do. I also realized a lot of problems with my Storybook post from last week that I didn't realize while writing it, so that was somewhat disappointing. It is helpful though to have classmates comment on my posts, especially when it is criticism. For the most part, it brings things in my writing to my attention that I may have not noticed before.
I also got a little confused with this schedule for a while in there but I think I have it figured out now.
The first "official day of fall" is coming up and it is definitely starting to feel like it. Fall is without a doubt my favorite season. I love wearing sweaters, I love putting sweaters on my dog, and I love the colors fall brings. Aside from that, it's a good excuse to eat more pumpkin bread than I should.
Photo: Starbucks Logo: Google Images
Side note: I basically live at Starbucks.
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Storytelling: Dear Diary - Week 4
Dear Diary,
Today I have designated Rama as my successor. I believe he will be a successful king one day, he will do great things. I will begin planning the coronation ceremony immediately! It will be outstanding and it will highlight all his strengths, therefore the town will know I am leaving them in good hands.
I am very excited for my greatest son to follow in my footsteps, he has every qualification to be a miraculous king one day. I have told my wives and they are all very happy for Rama. I will tell Bharata when he returns from visiting his grandfather.
Everything is going perfectly. I must go now, there is a lot to be done!
-Dasharatha
Dear Diary,
Today Kaikeyi has come to me demanding Bharata become my successor and that Rama be exiled for fourteen years. I am at a complete loss as of what to do. I feel a great amount of loyalty to my dear son, however, I owe Kaikeyi two promises that have yet to be fulfilled. I am not one to break promises. Therefore I feel I must comply with Kaikeyi's demands and make Bharata king and exile Rama, against my better judgment. I do not feel like Bharata is fit for king, he does not have the followers or the leadership skills that Rama has.
Aside from that, how do I go about exiling my own son? Will he ever forgive me? I cannot imagine betraying him like that. The town will surely not support this.
I will write back when my final decision is made.
-Dasharatha
Dear Diary,
Today I proceeded with exiling my son; I feel both guilt and sadness. However, Rama keeps assuring me that all is well and I must not be angry with Kaikeyi. He quietly accepted his exile and is preparing to leave, surely he will arise and argue back soon or later, right? He must or else I will. I cannot take his simple acceptance of defeat.
Bharata has stepped up and agreed to take the throne and Kaikeyi is more than pleased. I am trying to consider Bharata in a new light and show him how to perform as king for his people. Hopefully this will be a task that is not out of his ability.
The end is nearing for me and I want my people to look back on my time on the throne and be nothing but pleased with the decisions I made as their king.
I must go now....Sumantra is calling my name.
-Dasharatha.
I did my story based on Dasharatha's daily through his decision to make Rama king until his decision to comply with Kaikeyi's demands. I interpreted how I thought he would be feeling throughout the process.
Buck, William (1976). Ramayana: King Rama's Way.
Today I have designated Rama as my successor. I believe he will be a successful king one day, he will do great things. I will begin planning the coronation ceremony immediately! It will be outstanding and it will highlight all his strengths, therefore the town will know I am leaving them in good hands.
I am very excited for my greatest son to follow in my footsteps, he has every qualification to be a miraculous king one day. I have told my wives and they are all very happy for Rama. I will tell Bharata when he returns from visiting his grandfather.
Everything is going perfectly. I must go now, there is a lot to be done!
-Dasharatha
Dear Diary,
Today Kaikeyi has come to me demanding Bharata become my successor and that Rama be exiled for fourteen years. I am at a complete loss as of what to do. I feel a great amount of loyalty to my dear son, however, I owe Kaikeyi two promises that have yet to be fulfilled. I am not one to break promises. Therefore I feel I must comply with Kaikeyi's demands and make Bharata king and exile Rama, against my better judgment. I do not feel like Bharata is fit for king, he does not have the followers or the leadership skills that Rama has.
Aside from that, how do I go about exiling my own son? Will he ever forgive me? I cannot imagine betraying him like that. The town will surely not support this.
I will write back when my final decision is made.
-Dasharatha
Dear Diary,
Today I proceeded with exiling my son; I feel both guilt and sadness. However, Rama keeps assuring me that all is well and I must not be angry with Kaikeyi. He quietly accepted his exile and is preparing to leave, surely he will arise and argue back soon or later, right? He must or else I will. I cannot take his simple acceptance of defeat.
Bharata has stepped up and agreed to take the throne and Kaikeyi is more than pleased. I am trying to consider Bharata in a new light and show him how to perform as king for his people. Hopefully this will be a task that is not out of his ability.
The end is nearing for me and I want my people to look back on my time on the throne and be nothing but pleased with the decisions I made as their king.
I must go now....Sumantra is calling my name.
-Dasharatha.
Photo: Wikipedia-Kaikeyi
Author's note:I did my story based on Dasharatha's daily through his decision to make Rama king until his decision to comply with Kaikeyi's demands. I interpreted how I thought he would be feeling throughout the process.
Buck, William (1976). Ramayana: King Rama's Way.
Reading Diary B: Rama's departure- Week 4
Rama becomes Dasharatha's successor (next in line for king). Kaikeyi demands that her son Bharata become king and that Rama be exiled. Dasharatha must comply.
Kaikeyi is being profoundly selfish in this part, she is forcing her belief that her son should be king and it ends up affecting everyone greatly.
I am surprised by Rama's reaction at this part. He didn't argue or protest, he just obeyed.
The people of the city do not want Rama to leave. Sita and Lakshmana agree to go with Rama. Rama tries to convince others not to be upset over the situation.
Once it is too late, Dasharatha realizes he did not have to do what Kaikeyi asked.
They first run into Guha who tells them a story about how Shiva rescued him when he was dying.
The story depicts the animals talking in the forest about Rama and Dasharatha's situation.
They place focus on Kaikeyi's persuasiveness using past examples.
Bharadwaja is one of the greatest Hindu sages.
He convinces Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana to stop and stay in Chitrakuta and they agree.
When Dasharatha learns about Rama's departure, he is so grief stricken about the loss of his son that he dies.
This is an unfortunate part of the story because none of this had to happen if Dasharatha hadn't listened to Kaikeyi.
Kaikeyi is being profoundly selfish in this part, she is forcing her belief that her son should be king and it ends up affecting everyone greatly.
I am surprised by Rama's reaction at this part. He didn't argue or protest, he just obeyed.
The people of the city do not want Rama to leave. Sita and Lakshmana agree to go with Rama. Rama tries to convince others not to be upset over the situation.
Once it is too late, Dasharatha realizes he did not have to do what Kaikeyi asked.
They first run into Guha who tells them a story about how Shiva rescued him when he was dying.
The story depicts the animals talking in the forest about Rama and Dasharatha's situation.
They place focus on Kaikeyi's persuasiveness using past examples.
Bharadwaja is one of the greatest Hindu sages.
He convinces Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana to stop and stay in Chitrakuta and they agree.
When Dasharatha learns about Rama's departure, he is so grief stricken about the loss of his son that he dies.
This is an unfortunate part of the story because none of this had to happen if Dasharatha hadn't listened to Kaikeyi.
Reading Diary A: Buck's version- Week 4
This week we began reading Buck's version of Ramayana.
The beginning of the book lays out each character's story and history.
I was very surprised to read that Rama had exiled Sita, especially since she was pregnant with Rama's children at that time.
Narada (a Vedic sage) asks Valmiki (the poet) to help Sita and teach Rama's story to her children. Brahma tells Rama's story to Valmiki who then teaches it to Rama's sons. I saw Valmiki as a sort of wise, authority-type figure.
Kusha and Lava - Rama's sons
King Dasharatha -on a quest to find children- plans a sacrifice so he can get sons.
He ends up having 4 children: Rama, Bharata, Lakshmana, and Shatrughna. He has these children with three women: Kausalya, Kaikeyi, and Sumitra.
Ravana, the demon lord, challenges and defeats Indra, the god. The gods are forced to work in Ravan's palace. This was disappointing considering Ravana's foul intentions. I like Ravana even less after reading Narayan's version.
Rakshasas are unrighteous spirits (Wikipedia). Vishwamitra describes the creation of the rakshasas. After taking over Lanka City (which was built for them by the architect of the gods), and being attacked by Narayana, they fled to the underground.
Buck's version seems more focused on the demons and downfalls between the demons and the Gods whereas Narayan's version focused more on triumphs.
Pulastya- the mind-born son of Brahma.
Vishravas- son of Trinavindu's daughter and Pulastya.
Vaishravana- Vishravas' son and the lord of wealth (immortal.)
Kaikasi (Sumali's daughter) and Vishrava had four children: 10-headed Ravana, Vibhishana, Kumbhakarna, and Shurpanakha.
Ravana was granted many powers by Brahma.
Vishravana turned over Lanka City to Ravana. Many unsuccessfully tried to defeat Ravana.
It was interesting to learn more about Ravana; he is explained to a fuller extent in this version than he was in Narayan's version.
The only one's who did not surrender to Ravana were the Haihaya.
Ravana and his family challenged and defeated Yama (the god of death), Surya (the sun), Chandra (the moon), and Indra.
Ravana was able to defeat anyone in his path. This all happened before Rama was even born; therefore it is interesting to read knowing Ravana is eventually defeated by Rama.
Rama and Lakshmana are students of Vishwamitra. Lakshmana kills Subahu.
Rama wins Janaka's challenge and in turn gets to marry Sita.
(This was my favorite part of the story.)
The only one's who did not surrender to Ravana were the Haihaya.
Ravana and his family challenged and defeated Yama (the god of death), Surya (the sun), Chandra (the moon), and Indra.
Ravana was able to defeat anyone in his path. This all happened before Rama was even born; therefore it is interesting to read knowing Ravana is eventually defeated by Rama.
Rama and Lakshmana are students of Vishwamitra. Lakshmana kills Subahu.
Rama wins Janaka's challenge and in turn gets to marry Sita.
(This was my favorite part of the story.)
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Famous Last Words - Week 3
Well, it's only week three but it feels like we've been in school for a lifetime. To be honest, this class has been more work than I expected but I really haven't minded it. I enjoy how much room for self-expression we get in this class, that is something that has been very rare in my college classes thus far. I have gotten the chance to explore my writing styles and techniques and apply them in my daily writings. I have realized I do better writing when the topic is more vague and I can elaborate while expressing my own thoughts.
I enjoy writing the Storytelling posts and I enjoy reading everyone else's Storytelling posts. I feel like that is where I have done my best writing. One thing that I had not gotten a lot of practice doing in the past in incorporating dialogue into my writing. I have begun to do it in my Storytelling posts and I like it; it seems to give the characters more personality.
I haven't had any tests yet for any of my classes but I have my first one coming up in a week for my Methods of Social Research class. I am a perfectionist so my biggest fear lies not in my grade, but that I will feel like I didn't put enough work in for it; my conscience will take over. Other than a little anxiety over my first test, my classes haven't been too bad. The class I was the most worried about going into this year was my Social Statistics class. I cannot do math to save my life. However, it has proved to not be as scary as I thought it would be...thank God.
My week has once again been saved by Yoga. Exercise is one of my biggest passions and it completely de-stresses me. I have finally started back up and I feel great.
I would definitely advise hot yoga to anyone feeling any kind of stress. It kind of takes you out of your element and make you forget about your day, even if it is just for an hour and a half.
I enjoy writing the Storytelling posts and I enjoy reading everyone else's Storytelling posts. I feel like that is where I have done my best writing. One thing that I had not gotten a lot of practice doing in the past in incorporating dialogue into my writing. I have begun to do it in my Storytelling posts and I like it; it seems to give the characters more personality.
I haven't had any tests yet for any of my classes but I have my first one coming up in a week for my Methods of Social Research class. I am a perfectionist so my biggest fear lies not in my grade, but that I will feel like I didn't put enough work in for it; my conscience will take over. Other than a little anxiety over my first test, my classes haven't been too bad. The class I was the most worried about going into this year was my Social Statistics class. I cannot do math to save my life. However, it has proved to not be as scary as I thought it would be...thank God.
My week has once again been saved by Yoga. Exercise is one of my biggest passions and it completely de-stresses me. I have finally started back up and I feel great.
I would definitely advise hot yoga to anyone feeling any kind of stress. It kind of takes you out of your element and make you forget about your day, even if it is just for an hour and a half.
Photo: Google Images
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Storytelling: High School Prank Gone Wrong - Week 3
Victor and Samuel were not only brothers but best friends; they did everything together. Samuel was a couple years younger then Victor but Victor always let Samuel tag along with his friends on the weekends.
However, this mostly consisted of getting in trouble.
Victor and Samuel had fallen into the wrong crowd in high school and now spent their spare time engaging in illegal activities.
One Saturday afternoon Victor decided it would be a fun prank to break into their high school and steal the school statue in the front hall! Samuel, being the younger and more naive bother, always did what his brother said.
Victor and Samuel, along with a couple of Victor's friends, arrived at their high school at eleven o'clock that night. Victor, who had this prank planned for a while now, had stolen a key from the janitors cart that friday. Samuel would be in charge of carrying the keys that night.
The boys entered the high school, walking quietly through the halls in the case that someone was there. Once it seemed safe, they headed towards the front hall. Victor skipped down the halls with his friends, obviously very proud of himself for his idea. Samuel walked quickly and cautiously behind them.
The statue, which was a replica of their school mascot, was small enough for Victor to carry on his own. Right as he lifted it up, a voice came from down the hall.
"Hey! What do you think you're doing?"
The boys bolted down the hall. Victor ran behind the rest of the boys, statue in hand.
Suddenly, someone grabbed Victor by his shirt collar, jerking him backwards. He squealed and the statue flew out of his arms and shattered on the floor.
The other boys, including Samuel, turned their heads around but never stopped running.
They reached the front door and bursted outside.
"We have to lock the door behind us so they never know how we got in!"
Samuel hesitantly locked the door behind him and they ran to the car. He felt guilty for leaving his brother but was too scared to go back.
The boys decided to drive to the back of the parking lot and wait to see what happened to Victor. Eventually, Victor came marching out of the school, head held high. He had made up some extravagant story and persuaded the security guard to let him go.
Victor walked up to the car and climbed in. His pride turned to anger and it was directed at Samuel. Immediately, Victor punched Samuel in the face...over and over. He blamed Samuel for everything and told him he would never be allowed to hang out with him and his friends ever again.
Photo: Google Images
Author's note:I did my story based on Vali and Sugriva's past. Vali was fighting a demon and chased him into a cave. Sugriva, trying to help, closed the cave the behind them. Vali came out enraged at Sugriva and attacked him then sent him into exile.
Narayan, R. K. (1972) The Ramayana.
Monday, September 1, 2014
Reading Diary B: Sita's rescue -Week 3
Hanuman finds Sita in the Ashoka Vana Pleasure Garden being guarded by demons.
He gives Sita Rama's ring and in return she gives him a piece of her jewelry.
Hanuman is led to Ravana and tries to convince him to surrender. I find it admirable that Hanuman goes to such an extent to save Sita when he had actually never met her before. Ravana attacks Hanuman and Hanuman burns down Lanka in retaliation.
Indrajit- Ravana's son
Vibhishana- Ravana's brother
Indrajit offers to kill Rama and Lakshmana; Vibhishana advises that Ravana release Sita.
Ravana foolishly rejects Vibhishana's advise and tells him he must leave.
I believe this was one of Ravana's biggest mistakes. He has a curse put on him and he will be no match against the humans.
Vibhishana crosses the ocean to ask Rama to asylum. Vibhishana advises Rama about how to attack Lanka.
Ravana tries to convince Sita that Rama is dead but she does not fall for his tricks.
Rama attacks Ravana and breaks his crown.
Kumbhakarna- Ravana's other younger brother who is eventually killed by Rama.
Indrajit tries to trick Rama and the monkeys by killing a fake version of Sita.
When Indrajit is killed, Ravana wants to kill Sita.
Mahodara is also killed trying to kill Rama and Lakshmana.
I believe that everyone on Ravana's side being defeated is a foreshadow of Ravana's ultimate defeat.
Rama finally defeats Ravana by driving his Brahma-astra into his heart.
Rama orders a funeral for Ravana.
Rama feels like he must test Sita's purity so he makes her build a fire and jump into it. I was surprised by his need to test her.
After fourteen years, Rama finally returns to Ayodhya in his royal gown, ready to accept the throne!
He gives Sita Rama's ring and in return she gives him a piece of her jewelry.
Hanuman is led to Ravana and tries to convince him to surrender. I find it admirable that Hanuman goes to such an extent to save Sita when he had actually never met her before. Ravana attacks Hanuman and Hanuman burns down Lanka in retaliation.
Indrajit- Ravana's son
Vibhishana- Ravana's brother
Indrajit offers to kill Rama and Lakshmana; Vibhishana advises that Ravana release Sita.
Ravana foolishly rejects Vibhishana's advise and tells him he must leave.
I believe this was one of Ravana's biggest mistakes. He has a curse put on him and he will be no match against the humans.
Vibhishana crosses the ocean to ask Rama to asylum. Vibhishana advises Rama about how to attack Lanka.
Ravana tries to convince Sita that Rama is dead but she does not fall for his tricks.
Rama attacks Ravana and breaks his crown.
Kumbhakarna- Ravana's other younger brother who is eventually killed by Rama.
Indrajit tries to trick Rama and the monkeys by killing a fake version of Sita.
When Indrajit is killed, Ravana wants to kill Sita.
Mahodara is also killed trying to kill Rama and Lakshmana.
I believe that everyone on Ravana's side being defeated is a foreshadow of Ravana's ultimate defeat.
Rama finally defeats Ravana by driving his Brahma-astra into his heart.
Rama orders a funeral for Ravana.
Rama feels like he must test Sita's purity so he makes her build a fire and jump into it. I was surprised by his need to test her.
After fourteen years, Rama finally returns to Ayodhya in his royal gown, ready to accept the throne!
Reading Diary A: finding Sita - Week 3
Sita sends Lakshmana out to find Rama. Meanwhile, Ravana comes to capture Sita. This shows a bit of naivety from Sita.
Jatayu (a bird who is a demigod ) is killed by Ravana trying to save Sita, however he is able to tell Rama and Lakshmana what happened before he dies. I imagine Rama is devastated at this point considering Sita had given up so much to be with him and he's let her get captured.
They head South to the kingdom of Kishkinda
The book gives brief insight into brothers Vali and Sugriva.
Vali fought a demon and chased him into the cave. Sugriva blocked the cave to trap the demon inside. Vali, angry with Sugriva, finally came out of the cave and beat Sugriva and chased him into exile.
Rama feels for Sugriva, for he is also in exile.
Sugriva finds Sita's jewelry and gives it to Rama. He wants to help find her. I find it interesting that they find this bond with one another since they are both experiencing exile.
Rama agrees to help Sugriva battle Vali. Rama shoots Vali with an arrow during Vali and Sugriva's battle.
Eventually, Vali dies. Since Sugriva is Vali's younger brother, he becomes king with Vali dies. I was pleased when Sugriva became king, I think he deserves it after all Vali had put him through.
Sugriva creates a search party to help Rama find Sita.
Hanuman and Angada, who are leading the search parties, become trapped for awhile in a deserted kingdom.
I find it interesting that so many are willing to help Rama for nothing in return. Everyone in the book seems to hold a good amount of loyalty to someone else.
Sampathi is Jatayu's brother. He saw Ravana take Sita to Lanka. Hanuman crosses the ocean to Lanka.
Jatayu (a bird who is a demigod ) is killed by Ravana trying to save Sita, however he is able to tell Rama and Lakshmana what happened before he dies. I imagine Rama is devastated at this point considering Sita had given up so much to be with him and he's let her get captured.
They head South to the kingdom of Kishkinda
The book gives brief insight into brothers Vali and Sugriva.
Vali fought a demon and chased him into the cave. Sugriva blocked the cave to trap the demon inside. Vali, angry with Sugriva, finally came out of the cave and beat Sugriva and chased him into exile.
Rama feels for Sugriva, for he is also in exile.
Sugriva finds Sita's jewelry and gives it to Rama. He wants to help find her. I find it interesting that they find this bond with one another since they are both experiencing exile.
Rama agrees to help Sugriva battle Vali. Rama shoots Vali with an arrow during Vali and Sugriva's battle.
Eventually, Vali dies. Since Sugriva is Vali's younger brother, he becomes king with Vali dies. I was pleased when Sugriva became king, I think he deserves it after all Vali had put him through.
Sugriva creates a search party to help Rama find Sita.
Hanuman and Angada, who are leading the search parties, become trapped for awhile in a deserted kingdom.
I find it interesting that so many are willing to help Rama for nothing in return. Everyone in the book seems to hold a good amount of loyalty to someone else.
Sampathi is Jatayu's brother. He saw Ravana take Sita to Lanka. Hanuman crosses the ocean to Lanka.
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