Title: Ramayana; The Story of Lord Rama
Author: Bhakti Vikasa Swami
Publisher: Bhakti Vikas Trust
Publication Date: January 1, 2012
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 600, includes illustrations (both color and black and white)
Ramayana; The Story of Lord Rama by Bhakti Vikasa Swami is a narrative retelling of the ancient epic, presenting the adventures of Lord Rama as the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Eons ago, in a time when humans and animals could converse freely, and powerful sages performed miraculous feats, the demon king Ravana unleashed terror across the universe. The Ramayana narrates the heroic journey of Rama, the embodiment of righteousness, as he battles to defeat Ravana's forces. This captivating epic has brought inspiration and wisdom to generations in India and continues to offer timeless spiritual lessons that remain deeply relevant in today’s chaotic world.
The book is a summary study, faithful to the original Ramayana by Valmiki Muni, intended for both children and adults and details the adventures of Lord Rama, the "Lord of righteousness," as He struggles to overcome the demon king Ravana.
According to the publisher, Bhakti Vikas Trust, the book emphasizes that Lord Rama is the Supreme Personality of Godhead, not a mythical figure, and the narrative is replete with "timeless spiritual insights". The author's presentation aims to clear doubts readers may have from other versions of the Ramayana, explaining the rationale behind Lord Rama and Sita's actions based on detailed analysis of Sanskrit texts.
