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The Challenge of Life If Hanuman Dies

The Challenge of Life If Hanuman Dies

Ramayana Battle Scene

At one point in the Ramayana, Indrajit (Ravana’s eldest son) launched a massive attack against a section of Rama’s army, causing massive slaughter. When Jambhavan (the commander) arrived at the scene to survey the damage, the first thing he said was, “Is Hanuman alive?”

Hanuman subsequently arrived at the scene and Jambhavan was glad to see him alive and safe. Another soldier asked Jambhavan, “Why did you ask only about Hanuman, is he the only one you care about?” Jambhavan replied, “No, but if Hanuman is alive and everybody else dies, we are still going to win the battle eventually, whereas if everybody else is alive but Hanuman is dead, then we are all doomed.”

There is a meaning to this story that transcends its original context and applies to every challenge of life. Hanuman symbolises devotion, sacrifice and determination.

These qualities are absolutely necessary to accomplish any difficult and strenuous task. If we are weak in every other way, devotion, sacrifice and determination can still carry us to success in seemingly impossible tasks.

Whereas if we possess every other skill and talent, it is not good enough if we are lacking in the qualities that Hanuman symbolises. If we are lacking in every other way, we’ll be OK with Hanuman alone, but if Hanuman is missing then we’re in trouble.

Warrior Maharaja Shivaji symbol of sheer determination and devotion

 This is true on many different levels of activity. From a military perspective it has been shown that a weaker force with single-pointed devotion and thirst for sacrifice towards their cause is more effective than a larger, better equipped force that lacks the dedication and devotion.

On an inner spiritual level, the qualities of Hanuman are essential for the spiritual seeker to be able to make a true realisation of the Divine. Even a simple man with dedication, devotion and determination can attain God, whereas a highly educated person with strong intellect and many other qualities would still fail without the qualities of Hanuman.       Jai Bajrang Bali !!

 

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British born Hindu writer and activist twho lives in London..He also writes for The Hindu Perspective Online magazine ( www. thehinduperspective.com)

2 Comments

  1. admin May 18, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    thanks

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