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The contrasting characterizations of Rama and
Lakshmana add to their believability as brothers and give depth two the two
heroes. Lakshmana’s quick temper makes it
apparent why he was not ever even considered to be king, but his loyalty to
Rama explains why Rama allows him to come into exile with him.
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I liked that Sita was finally given a little bit
of agency in her decision to follow Rama into exile. Thus far all of her
choices had been made for her, but in this scene we see her actually win an
argument with Rama.
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The debate between Bharata and Rama is a really
interesting moment. You get to see a little of bot brother’s personally and
values as well as their love for one another. They also raise an interesting
debate as to whether ultimate authority is derived from the house or the state.
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I thought it was interesting that both Ravana
and his sister claim that the god of love is influencing their desires for Sita
and Rama respectively. Especially since Kamadeva is never met as a character
thus far.
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Lakshmana continues to develop as a character
when Sita spots the deer and he warns Rama that it is an illusion. We see a
great deal of discernment and wisdom in an otherwise hotheaded character.
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We also see wisdom in maricha as he tries to
talk Ravana out of capturing Sita. Maricha knows that following Ravana’s lead
will not only mean his death but Ravana’s as well. It is clear that Maricha
loves Ravana which I think is really fascinating. In most stories the “villains”
are depicted as incapable of really loving others and thus far that hasn’t really
been true in this epic
Bibliography
Narayan's Ramayana, link to Reading Guide A.
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