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From which 'Kand' of 'Ramcharitmanas' is this excerpt taken?
From which 'Kand' of 'Ramcharitmanas' is this excerpt taken?
- Lanka Kand
- Ayodhya Kand
- Balkand
- Sundar Kand (correct)
In the excerpt, why is Sita in a state of sorrow?
In the excerpt, why is Sita in a state of sorrow?
- Due to the beauty of Ashok Vatika.
- Due to separation from Rama. (correct)
- Due to Hanuman's arrival.
- Due to the demons.
What does Sita request from the Ashoka tree in the excerpt?
What does Sita request from the Ashoka tree in the excerpt?
- To alleviate her sorrow. (correct)
- To give her shelter.
- To protect her from demons.
- To provide her with food.
According to Sita, what feels like fire?
According to Sita, what feels like fire?
According to the excerpt, what does Sita want Trijata to do quickly?
According to the excerpt, what does Sita want Trijata to do quickly?
What is Sita’s perception of time in her grief?
What is Sita’s perception of time in her grief?
What makes Sita say 'सुनै को श्रवन सूल सम बानी'?
What makes Sita say 'सुनै को श्रवन सूल सम बानी'?
When does Hanuman reveal himself to Sita, according to the passage?
When does Hanuman reveal himself to Sita, according to the passage?
Why does Sita tells Trijata 'मातु बिपति संगिनि तैं मोरी'?
Why does Sita tells Trijata 'मातु बिपति संगिनि तैं मोरी'?
What is the significance of Hanuman dropping Rama's ring in front of Sita?
What is the significance of Hanuman dropping Rama's ring in front of Sita?
Flashcards
Who wrote Ramcharitmanas?
Who wrote Ramcharitmanas?
The author of 'Ramcharitmanas'.
What is 'Sunderkand'?
What is 'Sunderkand'?
The part of Ramcharitmanas where Hanuman finds Sita.
What is the poem about?
What is the poem about?
Tulsidas' tells the story of Hanuman meeting Sita in Ashok Vatika during her captivity in Lanka
What does 'tajaun' mean?
What does 'tajaun' mean?
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What does 'dusah' mean?
What does 'dusah' mean?
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What does 'birahu' mean?
What does 'birahu' mean?
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What does 'bitap' mean?
What does 'bitap' mean?
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What does 'Nutam' mean?
What does 'Nutam' mean?
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What does 'kapihi' mean?
What does 'kapihi' mean?
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Study Notes
- The text is an excerpt from Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas, specifically from the Sundarkand.
- The scene is set in Ashok Vatika, where Hanuman has arrived in search of Sita.
- Sita is in distress and separated from Ram.
- Hanuman drops Ram's ring in front of Sita, starts singing the story of Ram.
Sita's Distress
- Sita is lamenting her situation and considering ending her life.
- She feels that if she is not saved within a month the demons will kill her.
- She tells Trijata that she wants to end her life immediately because she can't bear separation from Rama.
- She asks her to prepare a pyre and set it on fire, but she is doubtful whether Trijata will fulfill her wish.
- The words of Rama give Sita pain like piercing thorns.
Trijata's Consolation
- Trijata tries to console Sita by telling her about Rama’s power.
- Trijata explains she cant help her and returns back to her house
Sita's Anguish
- Sita feels helpless, thinking fate is against her and fire will not end her pain.
- She sees the sky full of stars which feel like embers.
Sita’s Plea
- Sita addresses the Ashoka tree,.
- She appeals to the tree to fulfill its name (Ashoka, remover of sorrow) and relieve her grief.
- The new leaves on the tree feel like fire.
- She begs it not to delay giving her fire.
Hanuman's Perspective
- Sita's sorrowful state makes that moment seem like a kalpa (an age) to Hanuman.
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