Week 2: Reading Diary A

Dasaratha was a mighty man who seemed to have everything he could ever want, including three wives, but he was not satisfied because all he wanted was a son--an heir.  In order to get this son they had to sacrifice a horse.  This was really interesting to me.  He ended up getting his wish, as each of the wives bore sons, but Rama was the special son.

I loved how descriptive these passages are.  It made it so much more easy to follow along as I pictured the story in my head.  I was much more entertained and even had a vision of what these characters looked like.

I liked the story of Thataka.  She seemed like such a scary creature, and it seemed as though she was not a real person, but more like a mystical creature.  Rama is again the shining star in this passage, slaying Thataka and being rejoiced as the prince.  It seems like there isn't anyone that doesn't love Rama.

I especially enjoyed the story of princess Sita, it sounds like the makings of any great rom-com.   The brothers were described as being so manly and handsome, and princess Sita seems to be so dainty.  This story made me laugh because it seems so cheesy, but that is my favorite type of story to read.  I loved reading more about what happened with Rama and Sita.  They eventually were set to be engaged and then even got married.  This was one of my favorite passages of the reading because I am a sucker for weddings!

Wikipedia (Rama and Sita with their Children)

References: PDE Ramayana
Ramayana Reading Guide