Sundara Kanda — Part 1 of 3. This chapter is an original prose retelling of the traditional Ramayana narrative; it is not a verse-by-verse translation.
Jambavan reminds Hanuman of his tremendous power and purpose. Hanuman crosses the ocean, meeting trials that test discernment as much as strength. He reaches Lanka at night and searches carefully rather than rushing into danger. His courage rests on service to Rama and compassion for Sita.
The episode invites readers to consider duty, compassion and the consequences of choices. Continue through the kand in order to follow the story from its beginning to its conclusion.