Shri Ramcharitmanas: Lanka Kand (Code 101) - The Book of War

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Buy Yuddha Kand (Lanka) by Goswami Tulsidas - Gita Press Book 101 (Satik)\r\n\r\nExport to Sheets\r\nBuy Yuddha Kand (Lanka) by Goswami Tulsidas - Gita Press Book 101 (Satik)\r\n\r\nExport to Sheets\r\nBuy Yuddha Kand (Lanka) by Goswami Tulsidas - Gita Press Book 101 (Satik)\r\n\r\nExport to Sheets\r\nBuy Yuddha Kand (Lanka) by Goswami Tulsidas - Gita Press Book 101 (Satik)\r\n\r\nExport to Sheets\r\nBuy Yuddha Kand (Lanka) by Goswami Tulsidas - Gita Press Book 101 (Satik)\r\n\r\nExport to Sheets\r\nBuy Yuddha Kand (Lanka) by Goswami Tulsidas - Gita Press Book 101 (Satik)\r\n\r\nExport to Sheets\r\n\r\nThe Lanka Kand (लंकाकाण्ड) is the sixth chapter or book of the Shri Ramcharitmanas (श्रीरामचरितमानस), the epic poem composed by the saint-poet Goswami Tulsidas (गोस्वामी तुलसीदास).\r\nKey Themes and Events in the Lanka Kand\r\nThe Lanka Kand, also known as the Yuddha Kand (युद्धकाण्ड) or War Chapter, details the epic battle between the forces of Lord Rama (श्री राम) and the demon king Ravana (रावण). The major events include:\r\n\r\nBuilding the Bridge (Setubandhan): With the help of the Vanara army, led by Nala and Neela, a massive stone bridge (Setu) is constructed across the ocean to Lanka.\r\n\r\nEstablishment of Rameshwaram: Before crossing the ocean, Lord Rama installs a Shiva Linga and prays to Lord Shiva, establishing the sacred site of Rameshwaram.\r\n\r\nThe Battle: The chapter covers the series of intense battles between the Vanaras and the Rakshasas (demons).\r\n\r\nThe Death of Mighty Warriors: The demise of powerful Rakshasa warriors like Kumbhakarna (Ravana\'s colossal brother) and Meghanada (Indrajit, Ravana\'s son) is described in detail.\r\n\r\nHanuman\'s Feats: This section includes the event where Lakshmana is gravely wounded by a potent weapon (Shakti) and Hanuman flies to the Dronagiri mountain to bring the life-saving herb, Sanjivani.\r\n\r\nThe Slaying of Ravana: The central event is the final, fierce battle where Lord Rama slays the ten-headed Ravana, marking the triumph of righteousness (Dharma) over evil (Adharma).\r\n\r\nVibhishana\'s Coronation: Following Ravana\'s defeat, Rama crowns Ravana\'s righteous brother, Vibhishana, as the new king of Lanka.