I find it interesting that in Buck’s version of the Ramayana
that Surpanakha mentioned that when Rama defeated the Rakshasas in Dandaka that
he was effectively making it possible for hermits to travel there safely once
again.
Ravana is a truly a terrible character – raping a young,
married woman.
I’m again impressed by the loyalty to Rama. Jatayu fought
Ravana to his death in order to attempt to save Sita. In return, Rama performed
a proper burial for Jatayu.
Vali may have uttered the most misogynistic phrase I’ve
heard in quite a long time when he said, “… the only reason to consult a woman
is to find out what not to do.”
I’m impressed with how Buck described the events concomitant
with the rainy season. Providing depth and breadth mad it a much more
interesting read as compared to the Narayana version. Consequently, Buck’s
version of the Ramayana can seem a bit repetitive. It seems as if several pages
at a time are dedicated to content that could be covered in only a couple.
I wonder what, if any, significance the one month carries in
Hinduism. It was mentioned to each army as they ventured out to search for
Sita.
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