Ramayana_VOLUME V with index

Ramayana: A Divine Drama – Vol. V
that Ravana was rendered happy, and their aim to hearten him
was realised.
Lastly, one Rakshasa rose and tried to catch attention. He said,
“Emperor! I shall dress myself as a Brahmin and approach Rama
and Lakshmana wherever they are. I shall invite them for lunch;
and when they come into my hermitage, I shall bind them hand
and foot. If you approve of this stratagem, I shall attempt it.”
Ravana was very pleased with his ministers and others. (RKRV
Part II p.162-163)
Vibhishana’s advice to Ravana
Meanwhile, Vibhishana 24 had entered the Hall. Ravana looked at
him and asked him, “Brother! What is your opinion on this
question: these men and monkeys” Vibhishana replied, “Most
compassionate brother! I shall answer as best I can, without any
frills or feints. I only pray that you listen patiently and carefully.
..... Rama is not an ordinary person. He is Death to the God of
Death. .... Give up your hatred of such a Divine Person, and pray
to be accepted as His servant. Return his consort to Him and earn
His Grace. I am falling at your Feet and pleading with you with
all the force I command.” Hearing him, Malyavantha, an old and
revered Minister, nodded in agreement. ......
But Ravana was greatly incensed at the advice given by them
both. He reprimanded them hotly. .... He ordered that they be
removed from the Hall. At this, Malyavantha got down from his
chair and hurried home.
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See Chapter, Vibhishana - Vibhishana’s Advice to Ravana:
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