Ramayana_VOLUME V with index

Ramayana: A Divine Drama – Vol. V
Despite this, the Vanaras kept a watchful eye on Vibhishana, lest
he betray their secrets to Ravana. But Rama trusted Vibhishana
to the core since Vibhishana’s heart was immaculately pure.
Rama accepted Vibhishana and declared, “You are Mine.” (SSB
1996 p.62)
THE BRIDGE
Soon they moved towards the seashore. Looking at the sea,
Rama questioned how it was proposed to cross it. Many among
the Vanaras suggested means and methods. At last Vibhishana
rose from his place and addressed Rama thus: “Lord, the Ocean
owes its origin to your forefathers, Sagara and his sons. It is the
family ‘preceptor’ of your line. If only you resolve that it should
be crossed, the Vanaras can easily go across.” (RKRV Part II p.
171)
Vibhishana requests Rama to Install a Shiva Linga:
Vibhishana came into the presence and said, “Lord, we have to
enter Lanka tomorrow. So I have a prayer to place before you.”
Rama replied, “What is it Tell me.” Vibhishana continued,
“Ravana is a devout worshipper of Siva. He has intense
attachment towards that aspect of Godhead. Yet, it is certain he
will meet death at your hands. I pray that, to commemorate his
devotion to Siva, you may, on the eve of moving towards Lanka
and entering it through this bridge, install a Sivalinga here, so
that in coming centuries, when people enter Lanka along this
route, they can worship the Sivalinga and remember these
events. They would indeed be fortunate to have such an
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