The document summarizes the key events in the Yuddha Kanda section of the Ramayana. It describes Rama's preparations for war against Ravana and Vibhisana seeking refuge under Rama. It then outlines the major battles, including the vanaras building a bridge to Lanka, Indrajit using a magical weapon against Rama's army, Hanuman bringing a healing herb, and the final battle where Rama kills Ravana. It concludes with Vibhisana being crowned king of Lanka, Sita proving her purity, and Rama's coronation and return to Ayodhya with Sita.
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10. Yuddha Kanda
(in a nutshell)
Sargas Issues Discussed
1 19 R a m a s p r e p a r a t i o n s f o r t h e w a r ;
Vibhisana saranagati
20 42 Bridge built; Rama arrives in Lanka; Ravanas trick
on Sita; Vanaras lay siege to Lanka
43 72 Indrajit puts Nagastra; Fierce battle erupts;
Several demons killed; Kumbhakarna Vadham
73 91 Indrajits tricks, severe damage to Ramas army;
Hanuman brings Sanjivini; Another set of
demons killed; Indarjit Vadham;
92 108 Final battle between Rama & Rava畊a; Aditya-
hrudayam by Rama; Lak畊ma畊a injured; Hanuman
brings Sanjivini again; Rava畊a Vadham
109 - 128 Vibhisana installed as king; Sitas ordeals; Rama
returns to Ayodhya; Pattabhisekam.
13. Rama & Ravana: Contrasting Personalities
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