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Sarg 35 - Taaraa's Reply to Lakshman 

Hearing such harsh words of Lakshman Taaraa said - "Sugreev is the king of all Vaanar at this moment, therefore he cannot hear such harsh words from noble people like you because he is not unthankful, cruel, cunning, or liar. Whatever Raam has done to him, he has not forgotten that also. By Raam's grace he has got Rumaa, the kingdom and me. At the time of grief, Sugreev could not even sleep properly. But because of this happiness, he couldn't see the end of the time, as Vishwaamitra took 10 years as one day in Ghritaachee's love. (see the side bar) When such a great Muni couldn't keep track of time, then what to say about Sugreev who is only a Vaanar.

Because of following Dharm, Sugreev has tolerated many sorrows that is why he was not satisfied till now, so Raam should not be angry with him so much. Hey Lakshman, It is not proper to be angry like an ordinary person without knowing the truth, because people like you, do not be angry without knowing the reasons. Now I want to please you on behalf of Sugreev. What I understand that Sugreev can leave even me, kingdom and Angad to do Raam's work. He will surely bring Seetaa after killing Raavan.

Raavan is difficult to kill without help, because Raavan is very mighty, besides it is said that in Lankaa there are 1 trillion (10 Kharab) plus 36,000 of units where 1 unit consists of 10,000 warriors and hundreds of thousands of other warriors; (see Raavan's Army). Those Raakshas are difficult to win as they are form changers just by wish, and without killing them first it is impossible to kill Raavan, Baali told me so, so Sugreev has already sent his chief ministers to call Vaanar living on other mountains for your help. He is waiting for them to come back, that is why he has not got out. If all goes well then all Vaanar will gather here today. Therefore spit out your anger, because seeing your anger Sugreev's queens are scared like Baali.

Sarg 36 - Sugreev Praises Raam

Hearing sweet words of Taaraa, Lakshman got pleased. Sugreev broke the garland of his neck and became alert. He said to Lakshman - "Hey Lakshman, I have regained this wealth because of Raam, otherwise I had already lost it. Who can reply Him for that (Raam's message) on this land? Raam Himself can kill Raavan and get Seetaa back, my assistance is only for name sake. In fact He does not need any assistance. Who pierced the seven Shaal trees with only one arrow and pierced Prithvi and Paataal; whose bow's sound can tremble both sky and Prithvi, He doesn't need assistance.

When Raam will go to kill Raavan, I just wish to tread behind Him because of His love, so if I am at fault, please forgive me, because servants often make mistakes."

Hearing this Lakshman got happy and said - "Hey Sugreev, My brother is very lucky to have a friend like you. Both your heart and feelings in there are pious and clear. I am sure that Raam will soon kill Raavan with the helper like you. Now come with me and console Raam. He is very sad in separation of Seetaa. Please forgive me for my harsh words."

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