Originally posted by: My-Simi
These words are from the book I am reading" Shri Ramayana Mahanveshanam". here the story is narrated giving due importance to Lakshman and his point of view. Thought to share it here though its about Urmila.
Subjugating the senses, Urmila achieved the convergence of cosmic power into the ambit of terrestrial consciousness; she is the one who welded force into the field of philosophy. She is the combination of beauty and dignity. She is the ocean of peace sheltering in the womb, the inextinguishable fire and this, a veritable image of cosmic response. She is the inspiration behind Saumitri's achievements. Her sacrifice opened the door for Lakshman to pursue the path of truth; And this voyage is rightly called Lakshmanayana.
She is a confluence of all great qualities; she has conquered all the pulls of the worldly distortions; she sees herself wholly and clearly and sees her well being in the well being of others. She is a realized person; she is a wise one. When Saketa is covered by the forest fire called envy, she is standing firmly with undivided attention, worshipping the image of her husband with the nectarine light emanating from her eyes.