The Ramayana: The Book of Ayodhya

...whenever he is pleased, he bestows wealth. Through his self-discipline and other virtues—beloved by his subjects and bringing joy to all people—Rāma shines like the radiant Sun surrounded by its rays. And because of these qualities and his commitment to truth, the Earth herself wishes to have Rāma as her lord, just like a Lokapāla original: "Lokapāla"; a "Guardian of the World," one of the deities who protects the various directions of the universe.. We are fortunate that your son has become so skilled in administration. It is also your good fortune that Rāghava original: "Rāghava"; a title for Rāma, meaning "descendant of King Raghu." was born with such filial devotion, resembling Kāçyapa An ancient and revered sage, the son of Marichi and father of the gods., the son of Marichi.

The gods, the Asuras A class of powerful beings who are the rivals of the gods., and men—along with the Gandharvas Celestial musicians of the heavens., the Uragas Divine serpent-beings., and all the people of the countryside and the city—pray for the strength, health, and long life of the wise Rāma. Everyone speaks highly of him, whether they live in the palace or outside, in the capital or the provinces. Both morning and evening, women of all ages pray with focused minds to the gods on behalf of the intelligent Rāma.

O worshipful King, let their desire be fulfilled through your grace. We wish to see your son, the greatest of princes and the destroyer of enemies—who is dark-blue like a blue lotus A traditional poetic description of Rāma’s beautiful complexion, which is often compared to the deep color of a rain-cloud or a blue lotus flower.—installed as the heir-apparent to the kingdom. Therefore, O giver of boons, for the sake of our well-being, it is right that you should joyfully and quickly crown your son. He possesses noble qualities like the "god of gods" and is always dedicated to the welfare of the entire community.”

SECTION III.

AND when they had raised their clasped hands (which looked like lotuses) to their foreheads in respect, the king replied to them with welcoming words that promised their well-being;