Teachings of Ramayana

Here are few takeaways from one of the most popular epics of Indian culture - Ramayana!

• By the birth of great souls, the world gets peace. Lord Rama's birth brought a peace on earth. That is why word Rama Rajya is often used to indicate peace in society.


• By the grace of great souls, people get salvation. Example is Ahilya, who got liberated from the curse by mere touch of Lord Rama.


• Lord Rama set an example that obedience to the wishes of elders is the top priority of every human being. Example is his going to exile for 14 years to fulfill wish of his parents.


• By the association of wicked people even good people lose their good quality. Example Kaikeyi's association with Manthara. Kaikeyi was a great soul. But by paying heed to wicked Manthara's advise she received bad name.


• All brothers should remain united even in adverse circumstances. Example - sons of Dasharatha namely Rama, Lakshmana, Bharata and Shatrughna remained united even after going through all adverse circumstances.


• Husband and wife should live virtuous life by complementing each other. Example life of Rama and Sita. 


• Giving equal treatment to all. Example - Rama's friendship with Sugriva, Vibhishana and Guha. They were all of different nature. But Rama treated them all equally.


• Use of harsh words always brings misery. Example of Ravana. He was great soul but the way he addressed his people brought him down. He even lost respect in his own family.


• One should be ready to sacrifice even one's own life when helping for good cause. Example Jatayu. He wanted to save Sita and in order to do that he sacrificed his life.


• Those who come to us for help with faith should not be returned empty handed or betrayed. For example Sugriva came to Rama for help. Till last Rama made sure that Sugriva was helped.


• Devotion to great souls helps to achieve success even in impossible tasks. Example Hanuman. With devotion to Rama, he achieved success in otherwise impossible tasks. 


• Anyone who surrenders, even if he is enemy, should be protected. Example Vibhishana. Rama protected Vibhishana, even when he was enemy, since Vibhishana surrendered to Rama.


• Under any circumstances we must stick to our commitment. The whole life of Lord Rama is an example of commitment. He was committed to live life by following highest virtue.