Rama

The story of Rama is undeniably great work, filled with passion, suspense and drama. As the King, Rama’s father, is to retire and pass the thrown to Rama he is replaced by his younger brother, Bharata. All who attend the coronation are astonished that Rama does not succeed his father, Dasaratha. It is the wish of Rama’s step-mother, Kaikeyi, which must be fulfilled by her husband. The wish is of Bharata becoming King of Ayodhya. Many are not in favor of the King’s decision, as they expected Rama to be crowned. He is a person of honor, truth, and obedience. His brother Laskmana and all others admire him for this reason and will do right by him; whatever it takes. Laskamana threatens to kill the king if it means for him to become crowned. Rama disagrees and will do as told. His mother, Kasaulya, also disagrees but he will go to the forest for fourteen years as his father has ordered. Rama at first does not allow his wife and brother to accompany him in going to the forest. They stand by him even if it conflicts with the king’s order. Sita, Rama’s wife, begs to follow him along or she will poison herself if it means she cannot be with her husband. The ending should be more interesting in further reading.