Ramayana Decoded: Heros, Villians, Sages and Devotees- Every Soul Has a Story (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798905400766)

The Ramayana is not just a story. It is the heartbeat of Bharat - a timeless guide to dharma, love, sacrifice and the eternal battle between good and evil.But how well do we truly know its characters?We know Rama was righteous - but do we know that Kumbhakarna warned Ravana against his actions? That Kaikeyi was not always a villain - but a warrior queen driven by fear? That Valmiki, the author of the Ramayana, was once a feared bandit? That Urmila silently took upon herself Lakshmana's sleep for 14 years so he could protect Rama?Ramayana Decoded goes beyond the surface.This book contains: ✦ 36 Character Cards - Heroes, Villains, Sages and Devotees - each with Identity, Powers, Weakness, Did You Know and Life Lesson✦ 7 Kaanda Summaries - The complete story of Ramayana in stunning illustrated pages✦ 5 Sacred Maps - Journey into Exile, Journey to Lanka, Golden Lanka, Sacred Ayodhya and Sugreeva's World Search✦ 10 Divine Weapons - Kodanda, Brahmastra, Nagapasha, Chandrahaas and more✦ 3 Royal Family Trees - Ikshvaku Dynasty, Family of Ravana and Vanar Dynasty✦ 5 Fun Activities - Quiz, Word Search, Match the Weapon and moreEvery character in the Ramayana - whether hero or villain, sage or devotee - carries a lesson for our modern lives.Rama teaches us dharma. Sita teaches us strength. Hanuman teaches us devotion. Vibhishana teaches us courage. And even Ravana - the greatest villain - teaches us that knowledge without humility becomes bondage.