Dasaratha inspired by Vasishta's gentle persuasion beamed with joy. Summoning Rama and Lakshmana he along with and queen Kausalya bade farewell to Rama and Lakshmana amidst Vedic chants and auspicious mantras. Tranquil of mind and free of anguish Dasaratha fondly kissed Rama on his forehead and delivered him into the care and guidance of Visvamitra. As the great sage set out with Rama, Vayu, the god of wind blew caressingly, the drums of heaven sounded, the skies rained flowers and the palace reverberated with the sound of conches. Visvamitra journeyed back followed by Rama and Lakshmana. With a pair of quivers strapped to their shoulders and armed with bows the princes were a power to reckon with. As they marched forth, their brilliance illumined the entire world. They followed Visvamitra like the twin Aswini Devatas, born of the god of fire. With wrist and finger guards made of 'Godha' skin strapped on, bow in hand, lustrous, handsome and beautifully attired the sons of Dasaratha followed the sage like Skanda and Visaka. When they reached the right bank of Sarayu, Visvamitra full of grace and love said, "Rama, dear boy, sip this water let not the auspicious moments slip by. Accept from me a conglomeration of mantras called Bala and AtiBala.Armed with these, you shall suffer neither fever nor fatigue, nor will your beauty fade. No rakshasa can harm you even if you are asleep or off guard. The might of your arms, in wielding the bow and arrow will be unrivaled. You shall have no equal in these three worlds either in skill, beauty kindness, intellect, resolve or in flawless judgment after the mastery of these mantras. Bala and AtiBala are the mothers of wisdom and knowledge.They will set one free from thirst and hunger. These two mantras are the grand daughters of Lord Brahma. The repeated chanting of these will earn you unequaled fame. You alone are worthy of receiving them. Recited with ascetic discipline they will bestow rare and manifold benefits on you." After bathing in the shimmering waters of the Sarayu and performing 'achamana', Rama received the two mantras from Visvamitra the power of which enhanced the glow to match the splendor of the Sun god. With Visvamitra's caring ministrations, Rama and Lakshamana spent a comfortable night sleeping in the open on a bed of grass, on the banks of Sarayu.
Summary
Dasaratha inspired by Vasishta's gentle persuasion beamed with joy. Summoning Rama and Lakshmana he along with and queen Kausalya bade farewell to Rama and Lakshmana amidst Vedic chants and auspicious mantras. Tranquil of mind and free of anguish Dasaratha fondly kissed Rama on his forehead and delivered him into the care and guidance of Visvamitra. As the great sage set out with Rama, Vayu, the god of wind blew caressingly, the drums of heaven sounded, the skies rained flowers and the palace reverberated with the sound of conches. Visvamitra journeyed back followed by Rama and Lakshmana. With a pair of quivers strapped to their shoulders and armed with bows the princes were a power to reckon with. As they marched forth, their brilliance illumined the entire world. They followed Visvamitra like the twin Aswini Devatas, born of the god of fire. With wrist and finger guards made of 'Godha' skin strapped on, bow in hand, lustrous, handsome and beautifully attired the sons of Dasaratha followed the sage like Skanda and Visaka. When they reached the right bank of Sarayu, Visvamitra full of grace and love said, "Rama, dear boy, sip this water let not the auspicious moments slip by. Accept from me a conglomeration of mantras called Bala and AtiBala.Armed with these, you shall suffer neither fever nor fatigue, nor will your beauty fade. No rakshasa can harm you even if you are asleep or off guard. The might of your arms, in wielding the bow and arrow will be unrivaled. You shall have no equal in these three worlds either in skill, beauty kindness, intellect, resolve or in flawless judgment after the mastery of these mantras. Bala and AtiBala are the mothers of wisdom and knowledge.They will set one free from thirst and hunger. These two mantras are the grand daughters of Lord Brahma. The repeated chanting of these will earn you unequaled fame. You alone are worthy of receiving them. Recited with ascetic discipline they will bestow rare and manifold benefits on you." After bathing in the shimmering waters of the Sarayu and performing 'achamana', Rama received the two mantras from Visvamitra the power of which enhanced the glow to match the splendor of the Sun god. With Visvamitra's caring ministrations, Rama and Lakshamana spent a comfortable night sleeping in the open on a bed of grass, on the banks of Sarayu.