Essay Samples on Ramayana

The Interaction with Animals in The Ramayana

The Ramayana is an epic poem written about Rama, the avatar of Vishnu, and his adventures as he lives in exile. Rama draws upon the help of many different beings in his quest to rescue his wife, Sita, from the demon king Ravana. Many of...

• Hinduism
• Myths
• Ramayana

1047 Words | 2 Pages

The Star of the Ramayana, One of the Best Representations of a Perfect Hindu Woman

The Star of the Ramayana is described as a perfect woman: loyal, brave, and modest are a few of the most commonly used words in relation to the incarnation of the goddess Lakshmi. Sita was significant in many ways, and vital to the stories of...

• Gender Roles
• Ramayana

1241 Words | 3 Pages | Topics: Discrimination, Sociology, Sociology of gender

Sita, the Star of Ramayana

Sita Devi established gender norms and made an impact on Hindu women and feminists alike. Her epic, the Ramayana, was primarily about her husband, Rama. She played the role of a perfect wife, loving and serving only her husband. She significantly set the bar for...

• Gender Roles
• Hinduism
• Ramayana

1075 Words | 2 Pages | Topics: Gender roles, Gender differences, Sexism

A Study of Sita's Decisions in Ramayana

‘Wait for me .I shall return in a short while’ , Sita told Soudhanya as she got down in front of the door of Ram’s court. Soudhanya, the charioteer, who brought Sita from Valmiki’s hermitage to Ayodhya, was surprised : Why Sita would return to...

• Hanuman
• Ramayana

1725 Words | 4 Pages