The Corporate Hanuman

Valmiki Ramayan highlights Sugreev and Hanuman Ji's lovely friendship, particularly in Kishkindha Kand. Their friendship depicts a well-meaning friendship in which they were always there for each other, no matter what. The strength of the ring that Shri Ram had given Hanuman Ji, as well as reciting the holy name of Ram, contributed to Hanuman Ji's ability to carry out the enormous job assigned to him. Ram chose him for this role, however, due of his positive attitude , desire to serve , and Sugreev's recommendation . Sugreev became Ram's ally as a result of Hanuman Ji's proposal to Ram. Later, Sugreev repaid Hanuman Ji's debt by recommending him to Ram for the Sita search. This gesture of generosity and selflessness is a true indicator of a perfect relationship between well-wishers, emphasizing the value of friendship in our lives. Valmiki Ramayan emphasizes that true friendship entails helping one another in both good and terrible times. This is emphasized ...

  As we delve into the first encounter between Ram and Hanuman, it's important to focus on an often-overlooked aspect: the art of communication. While Ramcharit Manas doesn't delve much into this topic, Valmiki Ramayan sheds light on it in the third section (sarg) of Kishkindha Kand. In shlokas 27 and 28, Shri Ram advises Laxman to interact with Hanuman, noting that he is not only Sugreev's minister but also a brave person who has defeated all his enemies. “Tamabhyabhap Saumitrey Sugreevsachivam kapim. Vakyagyam madhurervakye: snehyuktarmarandam.(27) NanRugvedvineetasy NaYajurveddharin: NaSamvedvidush: shakyamevam prabhaashitum. (28)   [Meaning: “O Laxman, please interact with Hanuman, who is not only the minister of Sugreev, but he is a brave person who has destroyed all his enemies. The way he has been talking to us is not possible for anyone who has have the deepest study and knowledge of three major Veds (namely- Rigved, Yajurved, and Samved)]. In shlokas 29 ...