RAMAYANA.

and was acknowledged among men as an Atiratha A title for a supreme warrior who is capable of single-handedly fighting an innumerable host of enemies.. He led his forces in the direction of the foe; and he slew his enemies; and was accomplished in marshalling the troops. He was incapable of being repressed in fight even by the enraged gods and Asuras Powerful celestial beings or "anti-gods" who often war with the deities of heaven.. He was not given to carping, and had subdued his anger, and he was never elated, or malicious. He did not disregard any creature; he was no slave to the times. That son of the monarch was furnished with such qualities. And he was liked by the subjects as well as by the three worlds. In forgiveness he was like unto the Earth; and in intelligence like unto Vrihaspati The celestial priest and advisor to the gods, personifying the planet Jupiter and supreme wisdom.; and in prowess like unto the Sachi's lord A title for Indra, the King of the Gods and husband of the goddess Sachi.. Furnished with such qualities acceptable to the people as well as gratifying unto his father, Rāma looked beautiful like the effulgent Sun surrounded by his rays. And the Earth desired for her lord even him (Rāma) possessing an excellent character and of prowess incapable of being repressed—like unto Lokanātha original: "Lokanātha" — a title meaning "Lord of the World," often referring to the god Vishnu. himself—

And finding his son crowned with so many incomparable qualities, that subduer of his enemies, king Daçaratha, thought within himself. The long-lived aged monarch reflected, saying,—“How can Rāma become king, I living; and how can this delight be mine?” And this supreme desire rolled in his heart,—“When shall I behold my beloved son installed original: abhisbikta. This term literally means "sprinkled," referring to the ritual pouring of sacred water over a king during his consecration or coronation. in the kingdom? Surely he always wisheth for the prosperity of the people; and he showeth kindness to all creatures. And like unto the showering rain-cloud, he is dearer unto the people than myself. He is like unto Yama The god of death and justice, known for his discipline and impartiality. and Sakra Another name for Indra, the king of the gods, emphasizing his power in battle. in prowess, and unto Vrihaspati in intelligence; and in forbearance, unto a mountain,—yea, he is far more qualified